{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Classic Auto Mall - #081 - Stewart Howden with Steve Saffier","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/classic-auto-mall-081-stewart-howden-with-steve-saffier","audioUrl":"https://www.buzzsprout.com/2197312/episodes/18432465-classic-auto-mall-081-stewart-howden-with-steve-saffier.mp3","description":"Archive Show #081 airdate 03/25/23 - Stewart and Steve talk all things automotive including the \"status cars of their time\" like the Mercedes 450SL and the Rolls Royce Corniche Convertible. Plus diesel fuel trucks, electric lawn tools and amateur vs. professional restoration.  NOTE: some consignment details may vary  since the airdate.Send us a textGET OUR FREE APP: https://ClassicAutoMall.appimize.app When it opens click on the ORANGE button to install on your phone or computer for DIRECT ACCESS to our VIDEO and AUDIO shows and our website.  CONTENT NOTE: Contests, Prizes, Offers, Vehicles & other items may no longer be available or offered after each show's original broadcast or posting date.Recorded in our Showcase Studio just inside the entrance of the Classic Auto Mall in Morgantown, PA, Host Stewart Howden, Classic Auto Mall President and Classic Car Specialist Steve Saffier talk about this unique and amazing place often with amazing guests. YES...Classic Auto Mall is a REAL former shopping mall that covers almost EIGHT football fields with an average of nearly ONE THOUSAND classic vehicles under one, climate controlled roof and they're all FOR SALE! Be sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to be informed of new episodes and SEE them on the Classic Auto Mall YouTube Channel. We also invite you to VISIT US IN PERSON at Classic Auto Mall, one hour west of Philadelphia at PA Turnpike Exit #298, VISIT us online at ClassicAutoMall.com or talk to real, live people about visiting, buying or selling your classic on consignment at 888-227-0914. ."},"annotations":[{"startTime":79.66,"endTime":84.78,"type":"car","title":"BMW Z3","url":"/cars/bmw/z3","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a2/2001_BMW_Z3.jpg","quote":"...for a real true Roadster sports car. I found a BMW Z3 2000 with 28,000 miles on it. And what color is it?","canonicalId":"car:bmw:z3","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The BMW Z3 is a two-seater sports car produced by BMW from 1995 to 2002. It is known for its classic roadster design and engaging driving experience, making it a popular choice among enthusiasts.","simplifiedExplanation":"The BMW Z3 is a small sports car that seats two people. 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