{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Classic Auto Mall - #226 - Stewart Howden with Guest Darren Law","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/classic-auto-mall-226-stewart-howden-with-guest-darren-law","audioUrl":"https://www.buzzsprout.com/2197312/episodes/18471578-classic-auto-mall-226-stewart-howden-with-guest-darren-law.mp3","description":"CAM Show #226 airdate 01-07-26 Stewart welcomes Darren Law, Race driver and Owner of #FlyingLizardMotorsports.  On #Zoom from #Phoenix, Darren recants his diverse career driving in #England for #EldenRacing, #FormulaRenault, #HartongMotorsports #BMW, #RolexSportsCarSeries, #NASCARraftsmanTruckSeries and #BrumosPorscheTeam plus racing at #LeMans #Daytona #Sebring #Watkins Glen and more.  Other highlights include his involvement with the #SafeisFast program from the #RRDC.  Stewart and Steve also reveal some exciting new consignments and some exotic places where Classics have found new homes. #PenskeRacing #IMSASend 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":157.4,"endTime":160.7,"type":"concept","title":"Apex Motor Club","url":"/glossary/apex-motor-club","quote":"It's Apex Motor Club and it's a private country club. It's got two different race tracks on site.","canonicalId":"concept:apex-motor-club","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"Apex Motor Club is a private country club that features automotive facilities, including race tracks. 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It was very popular in the 1950s and is loved by car enthusiasts for its cool design.","imageAttribution":"Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA (CC BY 2.0)"}},{"startTime":2405.4599999999996,"endTime":2409.0,"type":"car","title":"Chevrolet Blazer","url":"/cars/chevrolet/blazer","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/1/1d/1988_Chevrolet_Blazer_C10_Hardtop.jpg","quote":"...takes.  Next on the list is the 1972 Chevrolet K5 Blazer,  hugger, orange, over black, super clean, 350 cu...","canonicalId":"car:chevrolet:blazer","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Chevrolet Blazer is a mid-size SUV that was first introduced in 1969, known for its ruggedness and versatility. The K5 Blazer, a popular version from the 1970s, is particularly cherished by collectors for its classic design and off-road capabilities.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Chevrolet Blazer is a tough SUV that can handle rough roads and is great for outdoor adventures. 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