{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Classic Auto Mall - #233 - Stewart Howden with Guests Russell Hayes and Keith Martin","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/classic-auto-mall-233-stewart-howden-with-guests-russell-hayes-and-keith-martin","audioUrl":"https://www.buzzsprout.com/2197312/episodes/18793803-classic-auto-mall-233-stewart-howden-with-guests-russell-hayes-and-keith-martin.mp3","description":"Show #233 airdate 03-04-26, Stewart welcomes Author Russell Hayes who has written what some call the definitive book on \" @AstonMartin - The Entire Story\" available from www.EvroPublishing.com and @Amazon.  Discussed are the years covered in the two volume set, the famous winged A-M logo, the involvement in the company by @Ford, the company's step into @AstonMartinF1 and his other books about @Audi, @VW #VolkswagenGTI, #VolkswagenGolf, #BeetlesandBusses.  Plus KeithMartin joins to lament saying \"goodbye\" to his @Jaguar #V12. #JamesBond #Goldfinger #CarrollShelby #BMW @Ferrari @MBSend 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":244.0,"endTime":257.1,"type":"term","title":"logo","url":"/glossary/logo","quote":"He was quite a talented artist and he drew them based on the design of the scarab beetle and the kind of Egyptian fashion in the 1930s. So that was very fashionable then. So that's where it comes from. Yeah, it's a great looking logo. It really is. It's so iconic and still holds up well today.","canonicalId":"term:logo","priority":0.5,"confidence":1.0,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"A logo is a graphic symbol or emblem used by companies to represent their brand identity. 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People like it because it can be used every day but also feels like a race car.","imageAttribution":"Matti Blume (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":2530.16,"endTime":2536.08,"type":"car","title":"Cadillac El Dorado","url":"/cars/cadillac/eldorado","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/60/1956_Cadillac_Eldorado_Biarritz%2C_Techno-Classica_2025%2C_Essen_%28P1046143%29.jpg","quote":"... styles.  Riviera, the Oldsmobile Tornado and the Cadillac El Dorado of the 1979 and through 85 era.  We're cool looki...","canonicalId":"car:cadillac:eldorado","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Cadillac Eldorado is a luxury car that epitomized American opulence from the late 1970s through the mid-1980s, known for its distinctive styling and comfort features. It was a symbol of status and elegance during its era. 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We're coo...","canonicalId":"car:cadillac:elr","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Cadillac ELR is a luxury plug-in hybrid coupe produced in the early 2010s, combining electric power with a gasoline engine for improved efficiency. It was Cadillac's attempt to enter the green luxury market but had limited sales. Its mention reflects interest in unique and rare luxury hybrids.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Cadillac ELR is a fancy car that can run on both electricity and gas to save fuel. It was made to be good for the environment while still being stylish.","imageAttribution":"2014 Cadillac ELR.jpg: priceman 141 derivative work: Mariordo (CC BY 3.0)"}},{"startTime":2565.34,"endTime":2570.2,"type":"car","title":"Dodge Custom","url":"/cars/dodge/custom-880","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/d1/1962_Dodge_Custom_880_4-door_sedan%2C_front_left%2C_06-16-2024.jpg","quote":"Yep.  How about the 1956 Dodge Custom Royal D500 convertible?  I've been using this in ...","canonicalId":"car:dodge:custom-880","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Dodge Custom 880 was a mid-1950s full-size car known for its spacious interior and classic styling. The 1956 Custom Royal D500 convertible is a rare and collectible variant, often appreciated for its vintage appeal. Its mention indicates interest in classic American cars from the post-war era.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Dodge Custom 880 is an old, big car from the 1950s that many people liked because it was roomy and looked nice. 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