{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"CMS Motorsports is Making AMG Dreams come True","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/cms-motorsports-is-making-amg-dreams-come-true","audioUrl":"https://pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/10/clrtpod.com/m/cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/08e542fe-7675-4c90-abeb-0cff5f9a3d6d/bceb3f91-afbb-4f97-87f6-5f4387bbb382/episodes/audio/group/f5e0a1a5-dc23-4346-8632-687c1e25e51c/group-item/89c27bec-ba51-4a97-aff9-819b860c883b/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=c2RzTGta","description":"Love old Mercedes shapes but wish they had modern power? How bad was quality control in the 80s? What if you desire a one-off AMG that never existed? CMS Motorsports is who to call. Owner, Shant Meshefedjian, has been in love with wide-body Benzes since he was 8 years old. He grew up around fabricators and body-work experts. Now he builds and restores the coolest Mercedes cars from the '80s and '90s. Many of his cars have won awards all over the country. Odds are you've seen his work. His story is inspiring, his passion and knowledge run deep.\n \nPatreon questions include:\n\n  \n What's harder: finding original bodykits or doing engine swaps?\n Best improvement for an E55 AMG\n The new C-class' giant screen\n Thoughts on MB-Tex\n When cars companies started to care about seating position\n Dream Mercedes project\n How to improve the complexity of an aging Mercedes\n Can I make this old diesel cool?\n\n \nRecorded APril 21, 2026\n \nMac tools\nGo to https://mactools.org/tire to learn more and see if there’s an open route near you\n \nFactor\nHead to https://Factormeals.com/tire50off and use code tire50off to get 50 percent off and free daily greens per box, with new subscription only, while supplies last until 09/27/2026. 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That process usually makes the wheel tougher and sometimes lighter than cheaper casting methods."}},{"startTime":2465.0,"endTime":2479.8,"type":"term","title":"liquidiest clear coat","url":"/glossary/liquidiest-clear-coat","quote":"like the brightest silver with like the liquidiest clear coat on it to make it like, like with that red. Almost like a platinum silver. It needs to glow.","canonicalId":"term:liquidiest-clear-coat","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Clear coat” is the transparent top layer that protects paint and controls gloss and depth. The host is emphasizing a very glossy, “liquid” look to make the color pop and reflect light strongly.","simplifiedExplanation":"Clear coat is the shiny protective layer on top of the paint. They’re saying they want it extra glossy so the color looks deeper and more eye-catching."}},{"startTime":2485.8,"endTime":2493.0,"type":"term","title":"Frozen polished clear","quote":"Frozen polished clear. Yes. Like something like that. Frozen polished clear. It does need to pop.","canonicalId":"term:frozen-polished-clear","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Frozen polished clear” sounds like a specific clear-coat finish that aims for a bright, polished look while controlling how the surface reflects light. In custom paint, finish choice can dramatically affect how “glowy” the silver appears in different lighting.","simplifiedExplanation":"This is a particular type of clear coat finish. It’s chosen to make the paint look brighter and more “alive” under real lighting."}},{"startTime":2510.4,"endTime":2518.7,"type":"part","title":"Lorenzo front bumper","url":"/glossary/lorenzo-front-bumper","quote":"That's actually a 500. Yeah. With the Lorenzo front bumper on it. That's rare. I mean, I think that looks correct. Don't shoot.","canonicalId":"part:lorenzo-front-bumper","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A “front bumper” like the Lorenzo piece is an aftermarket or specialty body component that changes the car’s front-end shape and stance. The host calls it rare and visually impactful, suggesting it’s part of what makes the build look correct and aggressive.","simplifiedExplanation":"This is a custom front bumper option (from Lorenzo) that changes how the car’s front end looks. They’re saying it’s a rare piece and it helps the car look right."}},{"startTime":2524.4,"endTime":2534.1,"type":"concept","title":"keep the car within its era","url":"/glossary/keep-the-car-within-its-era","quote":"you know, you have to keep the car within its, within its era. Sure. That's why when I have clients that tell me, oh, I want to put a newer E 55 wheel on it, it just doesn't work.","canonicalId":"concept:keep-the-car-within-its-era","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.86,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"This is a styling principle: choosing wheels and accessories that match the car’s original design period. The host argues that mixing in newer-looking parts (like wheels from a newer Mercedes-Benz) can make the build look visually “off,” even if the parts are high quality."}},{"startTime":2544.2,"endTime":2557.4,"type":"term","title":"18 inch wheel","url":"/glossary/18-inch-wheel","quote":"If I, I mean, if I can get it, like, but that's an 18 inch, you know that you think so? That's an 18. Shit. You see the distance between the floor and the rocker.","canonicalId":"term:18-inch-wheel","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.82,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Wheel diameter affects ride height appearance and how much tire sidewall you have. The host argues that an 18-inch wheel makes the car sit visually too high relative to the rocker panel, changing the stance and balance of the build.","simplifiedExplanation":"Bigger wheels (like 18 inches) can change how the car looks from the side. They’re saying 18s make the car look like it’s sitting too tall compared to the look they want."}},{"startTime":2552.6,"endTime":2561.9,"type":"term","title":"side skirt","url":"/glossary/side-skirt","quote":"To me, that's too much because, and also what they did to this car, not to knock the car, but there's no, there's no side skirt. You see how the front bumper and rear bumper sits lower?","canonicalId":"term:side-skirt","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A side skirt is a body panel along the lower edge of the doors that visually connects the front and rear bumpers. The speaker criticizes the build because there’s no side skirt, making the lower body look unfinished and leaving the center area visually empty.","simplifiedExplanation":"A side skirt is the trim panel along the bottom of the car near the doors. They’re saying without it, the car’s lower section looks incomplete."}},{"startTime":2568.2,"endTime":2579.2,"type":"term","title":"squatted down","url":"/glossary/squatted-down","quote":"So, but that's an 18. It's too big. I would go 17 and your car's going to be squatted down a little more. You want it to look great.","canonicalId":"term:squatted-down","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Squatted down” describes a lower, more aggressive stance where the car’s body sits closer to the ground. Here it’s tied to wheel sizing/fitment: using smaller wheels (17s) and the right overall setup can visually lower the car and improve the proportions.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Squatted down” means the car looks lower and more aggressive. They’re saying a different wheel size can help the car sit right visually."}},{"startTime":2642.1,"endTime":2648.9,"type":"term","title":"bolster","url":"/glossary/bolster","quote":"[2642.1s]  with your car, the 500E has perforations on the bolster. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Like your car.","canonicalId":"term:bolster","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The bolster is the padded side section of a seat that supports your hips and torso. 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Well, the early models have the spring.","canonicalId":"concept:seat-cushion-collapse-deferred-maintenance-comfort-issue","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The hosts describe a common aging problem: seat cushions and internal support degrade, leading to a collapsed seating area. They connect this to back pain and argue that restoring or replacing the seat structure (not just re-covering it) is important for comfort and posture.","simplifiedExplanation":"Old car seats can wear out inside, and the cushion can collapse. When that happens, you end up sitting in a bad position and your back can hurt, so fixing the seat structure matters."}},{"startTime":2719.9,"endTime":2724.8,"type":"term","title":"foam","url":"/glossary/foam","quote":"[2724.8s]  The late models like your 94, 95 model has the has the foam, which has a lot more support. But it's still, it's so old now.","canonicalId":"term:foam","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Seat foam is the cushioning material inside the seat. The hosts contrast early models that used springs with later models (like the 1994–1995 Mercedes) that use foam, noting foam generally provides more support than collapsed cushioning over time.","simplifiedExplanation":"Foam is the cushion material inside the seat. Over the years it can break down and collapse, so the hosts are explaining why some older seats feel much less supportive."}},{"startTime":2734.8,"endTime":2742.0,"type":"term","title":"500 suspension","quote":"[2729.9s]  It's all fucked. It fatigues. Yeah. So, uh, and then, all right. What else? So we've got the,\n[2734.8s]  the 500 suspension. Who did you say is doing the, who did Matt say is doing the exhaust for this\n[2739.6s]  car? Super sprint.","canonicalId":"term:500-suspension","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.45,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“500 suspension” likely refers to a specific suspension setup or component package associated with a Mercedes “500” model (often used in swaps/restomods). In practice, it means the car will be using suspension geometry/parts intended for that platform, which can change ride quality and handling compared to the original setup.","simplifiedExplanation":"They’re talking about a suspension setup meant for a “500” Mercedes. Suspension parts affect how the car rides and handles, so this is a big part of how the build will feel."}},{"startTime":2739.6,"endTime":2742.0,"type":"company","title":"Super sprint","url":"/glossary/super-sprint","quote":"[2734.8s]  the 500 suspension. Who did you say is doing the, who did Matt say is doing the exhaust for this\n[2739.6s]  car? Super sprint. Yeah. Yeah. He said, he said all the age, age fact will work like factory,","canonicalId":"company:super-sprint","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Super Sprint is an aftermarket exhaust manufacturer known for performance exhaust systems. When a build uses a Super Sprint exhaust, it’s usually to improve exhaust flow and sound while keeping fitment quality relatively high.","simplifiedExplanation":"Super Sprint makes aftermarket exhaust systems. An exhaust upgrade can change the sound and sometimes the performance, and it’s usually chosen for good fit and quality."}},{"startTime":2746.0,"endTime":2757.2,"type":"term","title":"hydraulics","url":"/glossary/hydraulics","quote":"[2746.0s]  which I, it was great. And my top is in okay shape. It is. Yeah. Yeah. The hydraulics,\n[2751.9s]  probably would need to be rebuilt because those have a tendency to leak, which my guy can do.\n[2757.2s]  I would do that because you're going to put the top up and down.","canonicalId":"term:hydraulics","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In a convertible, the hydraulics are the system that raises and lowers the top. Hydraulic systems can develop leaks over time, and rebuilding them is common maintenance on older convertibles.","simplifiedExplanation":"Hydraulics are what power the convertible top up and down. On older cars, they can start leaking, so rebuilding them can prevent the top from failing."}},{"startTime":2746.0,"endTime":2784.9,"type":"term","title":"convertible top","url":"/glossary/convertible-top","quote":"[2746.0s]  which I, it was great. And my top is in okay shape. It is. Yeah. Yeah. The hydraulics,\n[2751.9s]  probably would need to be rebuilt because those have a tendency to leak, which my guy can do.\n[2757.2s]  I would do that because you're going to put the top up and down. It has like things that\n[2762.0s]  you need. It's old car shit.","canonicalId":"term:convertible-top","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The convertible top (including its fabric/roof material and headliner) is a major wear item on older Mercedes convertibles. Even if the top “doesn’t leak,” age-related issues like cleaning, wear, and hydraulic service can still affect usability and appearance.","simplifiedExplanation":"They’re talking about the car’s roof that goes up and down. 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Thank you guys.","canonicalId":"topic:racing-wrap-up","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The hosts mention they’ll be going racing and that the next episode will include a “racing wrap up.” This is a structural segment marker for what listeners should expect later: results, impressions, and takeaways from the track event.","simplifiedExplanation":"They’re saying they’re going to race, and next time they’ll recap how it went. Think of it like a post-race summary."}}],"speakers":[{"id":"s1","name":"Zack Klapman","role":"host"},{"id":"s2","name":"Matt Farah","role":"host"}],"transcripts":[{"url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/cms-motorsports-is-making-amg-dreams-come-true/transcript.vtt","type":"text/vtt"}]}