169 Genuine Certified Predetermined Collectibles, Theoretical Rallies

The Cadillac Cimarron is a compact luxury car from Cadillac’s lineup, known for its name and place in Cadillac history. The episode’s mention focuses on the name and geography (“near Cimarron, New Mexico”), which shows how the car’s identity and branding can be part of the discussion. It’s brought up as a distinctive model rather than a mainstream choice.

The Ford Excursion is a large, body-on-frame SUV known for its big size and towing/hauling capability. The episode uses it as a reference point in a broader story, which is typical when discussing vehicles that are memorable because of their scale. It’s often discussed by enthusiasts because it’s unusual and practical in a very specific way.

The Shelby GT500 is a high-performance Mustang variant from Shelby, built to deliver serious power and track-ready capability. The episode asks where the GT350 and GT500 names come from, which shows how even the naming history is part of the enthusiast appeal. That kind of detail matters to collectors because it ties to the car’s identity and lineage.

A dyno (dynamometer) is a machine used to measure how much power and torque an engine produces. In this segment, they use the dyno to challenge the idea that the Ford GT350’s “350” badge directly equals a horsepower rating. The dyno reading is presented as evidence that the actual output was closer to the low-300s.

The Jensen Interceptor is a classic grand touring car known for its big-engine character and distinctive styling. The episode mentions “428 police interceptors,” which suggests a discussion about engine sizing and how certain cars were used or configured. It comes up because it’s a memorable, story-rich classic that collectors often compare by specs and history.

A police interceptor is a vehicle configuration built or marketed for police use, typically with durability and performance traits suited to high-mileage, high-stress driving. In this segment, the hosts mention a “428 in the 500” context tied to a police-interceptor variant.

VIN stands for Vehicle Identification Number, a unique 17-character code assigned to a specific car. Registrars and collectors use VINs to verify a car’s identity and confirm whether details match what the VIN indicates (for example, build correctness).

“Numbers matching” refers to the idea that key components (like engine and drivetrain identifiers) correspond to the original factory numbers for that specific car. Collectors care because it supports authenticity and can strongly affect value.

The Shelby Cobra is a legendary American roadster associated with high performance and motorsport heritage. The episode references Cobra clubs and the broader community around Shelby cars, which is why it comes up in collector-focused talk. It’s a car where provenance, ownership history, and correctness matter a lot to enthusiasts.

The “Cobra Club” is referenced as an example of an organized group that likely maintains records and documentation for Shelby-related cars. In this segment, it’s brought up as a counterpart to other individuals who provide certifications and reports.

“McNish” is used here as the name of an individual who provides collector-car certifications and detailed documentation. The hosts specifically praise McNish-style reports for listing known problems on a sheet, which helps future owners understand the car’s current state and history.

In the collector-car world, “car certification” is a process where an expert verifies a car’s authenticity and condition against known standards. The segment describes paying specialists to fly out and certify the vehicle, and keeping documentation (including problem lists) that can be passed to future owners.

Chassis numbers are vehicle identification codes used to uniquely identify a car’s build and history. In collector-car certification, they’re important for confirming the car you’re looking at matches the documented identity.

“Shelby inspection” refers to an inspection/certification process associated with Shelby-branded vehicles, where authenticity and condition are evaluated for awards or collector verification. In this segment, the hosts discuss concerns that the inspection process could involve swapping in rare original parts for judging rather than reflecting the car’s true day-to-day configuration.

The hosts describe a practice where rare “original parts” may be rented or swapped onto a car specifically for inspections or award judging. This matters because collector certifications are supposed to reflect the car’s true configuration, and swapping can create a misleading record of originality and condition.

The Porsche 912e is a late-1960s/early-1970s-era 912 variant that was built to be a more affordable entry into the 911 family. In this segment, it’s used as an example of how costly, low-mileage cars can still have documentation and originality questions—especially around what engine/chassis numbers match.

COAs here refers to Porsche “Certificates of Authenticity,” which are documents used to verify a car’s build details. The hosts say Porsche changed from COAs to newer documentation products, and that these documents can be used to understand what chassis and engine numbers should be.

PPS is mentioned as a newer Porsche documentation product that’s intended to provide build/originality information. In the segment, it’s contrasted with older COAs and “classic technical certificate” offerings, and it’s tied to how buyers verify chassis/engine number correctness.

An engine number is a factory-stamped identifier on the engine block used to track which engine belongs to which vehicle. The segment focuses on how documentation may specify the expected engine number, and how that creates concerns about re-stamping or altered markings when engines are replaced.

Re-stamping is the process of re-creating stamped identifiers (like engine numbers) on a component. The hosts note it can be difficult on an aluminum block, but they’re concerned because documentation that specifies the “correct” numbers could make it easier to alter markings after an engine replacement.

An aluminum block is an engine block made from aluminum alloy rather than cast iron. The hosts mention it because aluminum is harder to re-stamp cleanly, so altered engine-number markings can be more difficult to do convincingly.

“KD engines” is mentioned as a possible explanation for engines with different or additional markings, implying a scenario where engines were supplied/handled in a way that could lead to non-standard stamping. The hosts treat it as speculation (“Yeah, right”), but it’s tied to the broader theme of how replacement engines can show up with confusing documentation/markings.

A Porsche production specification sheet is a factory-style document listing what a specific car was built with, including the numbers and originality details. The hosts say it costs about $100 and can be useful when engine originality isn’t the main concern—or when you want a clearer paper trail for what the car should be.

“Water cooled” describes an engine cooling system that uses liquid coolant circulated through passages in the engine and radiator to manage temperature. The hosts use it to distinguish later Porsche 911s (996-era and newer) from earlier air-cooled designs.

“996 and later” refers to the Porsche 911 generation that began with the 996-era and continued into subsequent generations. The hosts connect this to “water cooled” engines, implying that later 911s use a different cooling architecture than earlier air-cooled cars.

CTC here refers to Porsche’s Classic Technical Certificate, a modern authentication/verification document for classic cars. It typically includes checks like whether the engine is original, and it’s issued through Porsche-approved classic certification channels.

Water infiltration in brake fluid is a serious issue because water lowers the fluid’s boiling point and can lead to brake fade under hard use. It can also contribute to corrosion inside the brake system, which is why inspection results like “brake fluid was at 3% water” matter to enthusiasts.

A brake fluid flush replaces old brake fluid with fresh fluid and removes contaminated fluid from the hydraulic system. It’s commonly recommended when fluid absorbs moisture (water infiltration), which can lower boiling point and accelerate corrosion.

“Engine original” refers to whether the engine currently in the car matches the engine that was originally installed when the car was built. Collector certificates often try to verify this using numbers and documentation, and a missing/blank engine confirmation can reduce confidence in originality.

The Porsche 356 is the early, pre-911 model that helped establish Porsche’s identity and engineering reputation. In this segment, it’s mentioned because Porsche’s historical paperwork (like the Kardex) is tied to cars from the 356 era.

A Kardex is Porsche’s internal production record card system used to log how a car was built—especially the options and configuration. In the segment, the host explains that these records can be used as evidence for what the car originally left the factory with.

The Ferrari 308 is a classic V8-era Ferrari model known for its mid-engine layout and collector appeal. The host uses it as an example of how, in the 1960s, builders didn’t necessarily document cars the way they do now—because they expected them to be used up rather than preserved.

The Ford GT350 is a classic Shelby-era Mustang variant known for its racing heritage and collector demand. In this segment, the hosts are discussing documentation/authenticity expectations around a GT350-related situation.

The Ford GT500 is the higher-performance Shelby Mustang, typically associated with big power and strong collector interest. The hosts are specifically discussing whether Carroll Shelby’s signature would appear on a GT500 when he owned it, which ties into authenticity and provenance.

Carroll Shelby is the legendary American racing driver and automotive entrepreneur whose name is strongly tied to Shelby Mustangs. In this segment, his ownership and signature are treated as provenance signals—evidence that can affect how collectors value and authenticate a car.

“Flash in the pan” is a metaphor meaning something was brief and didn’t last long, even if it was memorable. Here, it’s used to describe how quickly the Shelby-era performance-car moment (and its market impact) came and went.

The Ford GT40 is a legendary race car built to compete at the highest level, especially in endurance racing. The episode highlights how short the car is and groups it with other classic performance Fords, which points to how these cars are often discussed together as part of a racing heritage. It’s a major collector icon because of its motorsport significance.

The Ford Mustang GT350 is a high-performance Shelby-tuned Mustang known for its track-focused setup and enthusiast following. In this segment, the hosts treat it as a key replacement/iteration in the “most important Mustang” conversation, implying it’s a standout collector choice.

“Four speed” refers to a transmission with four forward gears, which changes how the car accelerates and how it feels on the road. In collector talk, a four-speed manual is often preferred because it’s more engaging and can be rarer than automatics.

An “automatic” transmission shifts gears for you, rather than requiring the driver to select gears manually. The hosts mention buyer preference for automatics versus manual “four speed,” highlighting how transmission choice affects desirability in the collector market.

“Displacement” is the engine’s total cylinder volume (how much air/fuel the engine can move per cycle), and “huge displacement” implies a large, typically V8-heavy engine. The hosts connect it to what customers wanted, reflecting how engine size has historically driven muscle-car appeal and collector demand.

A front-engine dragster is a drag-racing layout where the engine sits at the front of the car, ahead of the driver. “Period” here means the late-1960s/early-1970s style, which is visually distinctive and differs from later dragster packaging.

“Topolino” refers to a body style inspired by the Fiat Topolino (a small Italian car), adapted into a dragster bodywork theme. In drag racing, these custom bodies change the silhouette and are part of what collectors mean by “aesthetic” or “period-correct” presentation.

A Top Fuel dragster is a purpose-built drag-racing car that uses a nitromethane-fueled engine to produce extreme acceleration over a short straight. The “68” in the name points to a 1968-era Top Fuel dragster, which is known for its distinctive front-engine layout and period-correct chassis details.

The “stub wings” are aerodynamic appendages mounted near the rear wheels. On dragsters, they help manage airflow and stability at high speed, and they’re also a big part of the classic visual identity of period cars.

“Cackle fests” are events where drag cars—especially Top Fuel and Funny Car-style machines—are started and run briefly for the crowd. The “cackle” comes from the engine’s aggressive exhaust note and the way these engines behave under load, often with heavy fuel/air combustion noise.

A “blown hemi” is a Hemi V8 engine (the Chrysler “Hemi” design) that’s supercharged or otherwise forced-inducted (“blown”) to make far more power than naturally aspirated. In drag racing, forced induction is common because it helps generate the massive torque needed for quick acceleration.

In some front-engine dragster designs, the drivetrain packaging places the differential very close to the driver. That’s unusual compared with most street cars, and it’s part of why these dragsters feel so different in layout and ergonomics.

“Nitro” is shorthand for nitromethane, the fuel used by Top Fuel dragsters. It allows the engine to release more energy per unit of fuel than gasoline, which is why these cars can make extreme power for drag racing.

A respirator mask is protective equipment used to reduce inhalation of hazardous fumes. In the context of Top Fuel “cackle fests,” it’s mentioned because the exhaust and fuel vapors can be irritating or unsafe to breathe.

The Dodge Nitro is a compact SUV that was designed for everyday driving with a more rugged, SUV-like feel. The episode mentions not wanting to work on a “nitro motored car,” which indicates the conversation is touching on maintenance or ownership realities. That makes it relevant because SUVs like this often come up in discussions about upkeep and who can service them.

“Alcohol” in drag racing usually means the engine runs on alcohol-based fuel (commonly methanol or similar blends). Alcohol-fueled engines are tuned differently than gasoline engines and are common in certain classes because they can support high power and consistent combustion under racing conditions.

The Model T is Ford’s early mass-market car, and using a “Model T body” on a dragster is a classic hot-rod styling choice. In this context, it’s describing a front-engine dragster that’s visually built around period-correct bodywork.

“No cooling systems” suggests these cars are built for very short runs, where the engine is not expected to idle or run for long periods. Many drag-only builds rely on brief operation and careful fuel/air management rather than a full-time street-style cooling setup.

Some older drag cars don’t use a conventional electric starter motor, so they must be started by alternative methods. That’s a sign of a purpose-built race setup where weight, packaging, and reliability under racing conditions matter more than convenience.

The “quarter mile” is the classic drag-racing distance (about 402 meters) used for many eliminations and records. The speaker contrasts it with a longer distance in this specific event due to how the track’s shutdown area is laid out.

In drag racing, the “shutdown” is the extra distance after the finish line where cars slow down safely. Because of the shutdown area, the total run length can be longer than the headline race distance.

A “tow vehicle” is the car or truck used to move the dragster into position and, in some vintage setups, to assist with starting procedures. The speaker describes a method where a tow vehicle helps initiate the run before the car turns back for the burnout and pass.

Bonneville typically refers to the Bonneville Salt Flats, famous for land-speed records. Mentioning a “plate…for Bonneville” suggests the tow vehicle or setup is associated with that speed-record culture and branding.

A “burnout” is when the driver spins the tires briefly to heat them up and improve traction for the launch. On drag strips, it’s a common pre-run ritual that helps the car hook up better when the race starts.

The Plymouth Savoy is a mid-century Mopar (Chrysler brand) model, and this specific one is notable because it’s built around a drag-racing-focused “Max Wedge” setup. The speaker highlights the Max Wedge V8 and the period-correct hardware, which is what makes this Savoy interesting to collectors and drag-racing fans.

“Max Wedge” refers to a factory drag-racing performance package associated with Chrysler’s big-block V8s in the early 1960s. It’s known for high-output tuning and a purpose-built intake/exhaust setup aimed at straight-line racing.

“Cross-ramps” (as used here) refers to a distinctive drag-racing intake arrangement that routes intake runners across the engine to feed the cylinders efficiently. It’s associated with high-performance, competition-focused setups rather than typical street intakes.

A “four-barrel” carburetor has four throttle openings (two barrels per side) that can deliver a lot of fuel/air for high-power operation. In drag-racing builds, carburetion is tuned to provide the right mixture under wide-open-throttle conditions.

“Long runners” are intake manifold passages that lengthen the airflow path from the carburetor to the intake ports. Longer runners can improve cylinder filling and torque in certain RPM ranges, which is useful for drag racing where the engine spends time in a targeted speed band.

A “three speed manual transmission” is a gearbox with three forward gears operated by a clutch. In drag-racing setups, fewer gears can be intentional to keep the engine in the power band for the short run, and manual control helps the driver time shifts.

“Headers” are aftermarket or performance exhaust manifolds that route exhaust gases through individual tubes rather than a single cast manifold. They can reduce exhaust restriction and improve flow, which helps performance—especially on engines tuned for racing.

“Stock class drag racer” means a car intended to compete in a class with rules that limit how much the car can be modified compared to open competition. The point is that the car’s performance is achieved with a more constrained, rules-based approach.

A drag racing package is a factory or dealer option set up to help a car perform in straight-line acceleration events. It often includes drivetrain and cooling upgrades, plus gearing and traction-focused choices that make launches and high-speed runs more consistent.

A stripper street car is a lightly equipped, minimal-options version of a performance model. The goal is to reduce weight and cost while keeping it street-legal, which can make it more competitive when you later add bigger performance components or use it for racing.

Powertrain refers to the car’s main mechanical drive components—typically the engine, transmission, and drivetrain parts that deliver power to the wheels. When someone says they put the biggest powertrain into a car, they mean the most capable engine/transmission/drivetrain combination.

In car talk, “rear end” usually means the rear axle assembly, including the differential and final-drive gearing. Those parts strongly affect acceleration and traction, which is why drag racers pay close attention to rear-end ratios and differential behavior.

Barrett-Jackson is a major collector-car auction brand where rare and enthusiast-focused vehicles change hands. The hosts mention seeing the “Thunderbolt” there, tying the car to the auction/collectibles world.

A Hurst shifter is an aftermarket manual-transmission shifter brand known for a more direct, “mechanical” feel than many stock setups. In enthusiast circles, it’s often associated with older muscle-car style driving and track-friendly shift action.

Porsche’s GT3 R is a track-focused race-bred variant built around the GT3 platform, but this specific “Wrensport” version is being discussed as a special event car rather than a typical league racer. In this segment, the host frames it as a track-day-only “toy” that’s not street legal, which is the key difference from cup/series cars.

“Twin turbo” means the engine uses two turbochargers to force more air into the cylinders. That typically helps produce strong power and torque for a track car, especially across a wider range of engine speeds.

A “GT3 cup car” refers to a GT3-spec race car prepared for one-make or series competition rather than casual track-day use. The host contrasts that with the Wrensport car being discussed, emphasizing it’s not intended for a racing league.

“Street legal” means a vehicle is approved for public-road use under the relevant regulations (typically requiring emissions equipment, lighting, safety equipment, and compliance testing). The segment highlights that the Wrensport car is not street legal, reinforcing that it’s intended for controlled track environments.

The Porsche 935 is a famous 1970s-era race car based on the 911 platform, known for its purpose-built endurance racing roots. In this segment, the hosts are talking about a modern-looking car that resembles the 935, but isn’t the original.

The Porsche 911 GT2 RS is a high-performance 911 variant, and the “club sport” version is a track-focused trim that removes or simplifies street equipment. In the segment, they describe a 935-style project as essentially a GT2 RS club sport with street-legal parts removed and no constraints on engine tuning.

Engine tuning is the process of changing how an engine runs—often by adjusting fuel/air delivery, ignition timing, boost control, and related settings. When the hosts say there are “no requirements for engine tuning,” they mean the team can modify calibration to suit the car’s setup and goals.

A “cup series” is a racing format where cars are typically standardized or closely regulated, so competition focuses more on driver skill and team execution than on wildly different machinery. The hosts use it as a comparison for how Porsche’s support series was structured.

A flat-six is an engine layout where six cylinders are arranged in two banks lying opposite each other, like a “boxer” configuration. Porsche is well known for using flat engines in the 911 family, and the hosts specifically call out a 4.2-liter flat-six for this GT3 R-based direction.

Naturally aspirated engines make power without forced induction (no turbochargers or superchargers). The segment uses this to explain that the GT3 R-based direction is “naturally aspirated,” paired with a 4.2-liter flat-six.

“Air foils” refers to aerodynamic wing-like surfaces used to manage airflow and generate downforce. The hosts comment that this car doesn’t have “a ton of air foils everywhere,” implying a cleaner aero package than some other RS-style builds.

“Nacoducks” is a nickname enthusiasts use for small NACA-style ducts—shallow, teardrop-shaped openings that feed air to brakes, cooling systems, or other components. The hosts are saying this car avoids lots of those little duct features compared with an RS.

A track day car is a street-legal (or sometimes semi-street-legal) vehicle set up to be driven hard on a racetrack for recreational events. Compared with a normal daily driver, it’s typically prepared for repeated high-speed laps—often with more durable tires, brakes, and cooling, plus safety and comfort tradeoffs.

“Hammering miles” is enthusiast slang for putting lots of distance on the car quickly—often in the context of track use or frequent driving. It implies the car is expected to be used hard rather than treated as a fragile display piece.

Livery refers to the car’s painted graphics and overall visual theme—colors, stripes, numbers, and sponsor-style artwork. In racing and collector auctions, livery matters because it signals the car’s identity and can reflect a specific era, team, or build intent.

“White glove car” is collector slang for a top-tier, concierge-level purchase—typically a car that’s been vetted, documented, and presented as exceptionally clean and original. In auction/collector circles, it implies a premium buying experience and often higher confidence in condition and provenance.

“Pre-determined collectibility” refers to the idea that certain cars (or configurations) are treated as future collectibles almost by default—based on market narratives, limited availability, and early hype. The discussion suggests this can lead to “smoke and mirrors” around what’s truly special or authentic.

In this context, “speculation” means buying collectible cars primarily to profit from future price increases rather than for regular use. The hosts are questioning how much of today’s collector-car value is driven by hype and resale expectations.

This segment is about what might have been the first “speculated” collectible car and how dealer marketing helped create that hype. It’s framed as a hypothetical discussion rather than a specific event or confirmed history.

“Collector’s edition” is a marketing label used to signal that a car is limited, special, or intended to become desirable over time. In this discussion, dealers allegedly tried to avoid that exact label while still positioning the cars as future “important” collectibles.

The Honda S2000 is a lightweight, high-revving roadster best known for its naturally aspirated engine and enthusiast-focused driving feel. Because it’s a modern “end of an era” type of car, it’s also a common target for low-mileage collector behavior.

The Porsche 930 is the turbocharged 911 variant from the classic G-Series era (1970s–1980s). It’s famous for its distinctive turbo setup and for being a highly collectible “driver’s” 911 that people often treat as a long-term investment.

The Acura NSX is a mid-engine supercar that became a modern benchmark for everyday usability and engineering. In this discussion, it’s used as an example of a car whose end-of-production timing created “last chance” collector behavior.

The BMW Z8 is a limited-production roadster known for its classic styling and for being a modern throwback to BMW’s earlier sports-car heritage. Because it was produced in small numbers and had a clear “one-off” feel, it’s often discussed in the same breath as other cars that collectors buy and keep.