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Ep. 315: New Car Bargains. Classic Cars Going up in Value. Lexus Is Selling A Toyota?

Ep. 315: New Car Bargains. Classic Cars Going up in Value. Lexus Is Selling A Toyota?

TFL Car Chat Dec 15, 2025 78 min
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Exploring the latest automotive trends, this episode dives into potential new car bargains and the rising values of classic cars. Hosts discuss the intriguing decision by Lexus to sell a new sports car through Lexus dealers instead of Toyota, raising questions about brand identity. They also analyze Hagerty's Bull Market list, highlighting cars expected to appreciate in value, including the Chevy Corvette Z06 and the Dodge Charger. With insights on electric vehicles and personal anecdotes, this episode is packed with engaging automotive discussions.

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Car

GR GT

"Yeah, but the one I want to talk about is the GR GT, which is the one that's up on the screen."

The GR GT is a very fast, fancy sports car made by an Italian company called Glickenhaus. It has a strong engine and special design to go really fast and handle well.

Car

Lexus LFA

"What's the Lexus? LFA, the new LFA. Yes. And it's electric, dude."

The Lexus LFA is a very special, rare sports car made by Toyota’s luxury brand. It had a powerful 10‑cylinder engine and was famous for its fast speed and cool look.

Brand

Hyundai

"Well, they said they might take some of Hyundai's pioneering work and have a shift and maybe have like real engine note."

Hyundai is a car company from South Korea that makes many different kinds of cars, including some electric ones.

Concept

bodywork amplification of electric motor sound

"One of them went up by speak, right hill climb, and they said that there is a way to use the bodywork to amplify some of the sounds that electric motors make that actually makes it real, not fake noises, you know, that you generate using speakers."

Some electric cars use their body panels to make the motor sound louder and more interesting, so it feels like a real engine.

Car

Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

"So if they benchmark the Corvette, figure 200,000, I'm talking about the ZR1."

The Corvette ZR1 is a very fast version of Chevrolet’s famous sports car, built for speed and handling.

Car

Porsche 911 GT3

"And if they benchmark the GT3, then you're like more like 300,000."

The Porsche 911 GT3 is a fast, German sports car made for racing and sharp driving.

Brand

Cadillac

"Imagine if GM had decided we're not going to sell the Corvette as a Chevy, but we're going to sell it as a Cadillac in Cadillac dealers as a Chevy Corvette."

Cadillac is a fancy car brand from GM that makes luxury cars. It’s more upscale than regular Chevrolet models.

Brand

Toyota

"Why would you do that Toyota?"

Toyota is a car company from Japan that makes many popular cars. They’re known for being reliable and fuel-efficient.

Car

Lexus RX

"[370.9s] Well, your wife used to own a Lexus RX."

The RX is a big, comfortable SUV from Lexus that many people like for family trips or daily driving. It’s known to be reliable and has a nice interior.

Car

Lexus Century

"they announced that they're going to sell the new Century, right?"

The Century is a very fancy Lexus car that sits at the top of their lineup, with lots of comfort and high-tech features.

Company

Hurst

"[652.1s] Hurst. [653.0s] Hurst. [653.3s] Yeah, Hurst."

Hurst makes parts that help cars shift faster and handle better, especially for racing or high‑performance driving.

Part

transaxle

"You could see the transaxle."

Think of it as a single box that both changes gear ratios and sends power to the wheels. It’s common in cars like the Subaru WRX or many modern SUVs.

Brand

Fiat

"Fiat announced something. Yeah, that was a little baby topolino is coming."

Fiat is a car company from Italy that makes small, inexpensive cars. They’re famous for the cute Fiat 500.

Term

EV

"[1083.9s] yeah, they're bringing this little tiny ADS car in."

An EV is a car that runs on electricity from batteries, so it doesn’t use gasoline or diesel.

Term

ADS car

"[1087.2s] Instead, you get everybody like, holy cow,"

An ADS car is a vehicle that can drive itself, using sensors and software to navigate without human input.

Car

Honda Civic

"[1185.1s] than like a Honda Civic. [1186.9s] Yeah, so why?"

The Civic is a small, everyday car that many people use for commuting. It’s known for being easy to drive and not costing a lot to run.

Brand

Land Rover

"I think they were engineered by Land Rover for the Army, if I remember right."

Land Rover makes cars that are good for rough terrain, like off‑road adventures and tough jobs. They’re famous for their sturdy design and ability to handle mud, sand, and snow.

Car

Dodge Charger

"[2111.5s] The Dodge Charger. [2112.5s] I take it that's the old one."

The Dodge Charger is a big American car that’s been made for many years. It usually has a strong engine and looks sporty.

Brand

Jeep

"Number two, it doesn't know if it's a Jeep or a Grand Wagoneer. Well, now it knows."

Jeep makes cars that can handle rough roads and off‑road adventures. They’re famous for the Wrangler and other tough SUVs.

Car

Challenger

"[2620.8s] Charger, Challenger, right?"

The Challenger is a big, fast car from Ford that looks like older muscle cars but has modern power.

Car

Mustang

"[2624.8s] Mustang, right?"

The Mustang is a famous fast car from Ford that many people love for its style and speed.

Car

Chevrolet Cherokee

"[2778.3s] Remember the Cherokee used to be, [2780.5s] used to be kind of an entry-level [2782.8s] boxy square car that was affordable."

The Cherokee is a small SUV made by Chevrolet. It was a common choice for families because it was cheap and easy to drive.

Brand

Stellantis

"[2803.1s] And by the way, I think Stalantis is fixing a lot of these problems."

Stellantis is a big company that makes cars for several well‑known brands, such as Dodge and Jeep. It was created when two large car companies joined together.

Concept

Proving Ground

"And I got an entire tour of the Proving Ground, but they did roll out."

Think of it as a big test track where car makers drive their cars to see how fast, safe, and reliable they are before selling them.

Brand

Kenworth

"[2903.9s] One was a Kennellworth, one was a Peterbilt."

Kenworth makes big trucks that haul goods across the country. They’re famous for being strong and reliable.

Brand

Peterbilt

"[2903.9s] One was a Kennellworth, one was a Peterbilt."

Peterbilt builds large trucks that carry cargo over long distances. They’re known for good performance and comfort.

Concept

SEMA

"You saw us at SEMA, right?"

SEMA is a big event where car makers and aftermarket companies show off new parts and custom cars. It’s like a giant auto fair for enthusiasts.

Term

hybrid

"It's the first side‑by‑side that I know of that can run on only electricity because it's a hybrid."

A hybrid car runs on both gasoline and electric power, so it can use less fuel than a regular car.

Car

Chevrolet Camaro C7

"It really, the C7 just got- Took it to the next level. It just became much nicer interior."

The Camaro C7 is a newer version of the Chevy muscle car that started in 2016. It looks more modern and has better handling than the older C6.

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