About this episode
Exploring the evolution of car reveals, this episode dives into the recent changes at car week, highlighting the rise of exclusive events like The Quail where manufacturers unveil new models. The hosts discuss Gunther's striking new flat nose concept boasting a staggering 1,000 horsepower and Roof's tribute model, comparing their design philosophies and engineering approaches. They also touch on the rowdy atmosphere at car week, the challenges of maintaining its charm, and the potential for future bespoke automotive creations that blend race heritage with street legality.
- Thank our people
- Specs: 1000 hp, 4.0L twin turbo, 2700 lbs
- Discussion: Pretty cool looking build
- Context: Gunther has come a long way in development
- Comparison: Singer also has a turbo study, but Gunther is making more powerful cars at this point
- Specs: 3.6L, 543 horsepower, 2800 lbs
- Production: Only 50-100 cars over next 5 years
- Availability: Likely already spoken for
- Also Featured: Ruf Rodeo - their take on the current Safari craze
- Reports: This year was one of the "rowdiest" car weeks
- Issues:
- People fighting and brawls
- Lots of car vandalism
- Attributed to younger generation attendees
- Host Commentary: "Get your shit together, your gen is looking like ass out there"
- Timing: Rally season approaching (end of August)
- Prep Reminder: Get cars buttoned up now
- Services Needed:
- Tires
- Brakes
- Alignment
- Support: Help your independent shops, book appointments early
- Warning: Don't be last-minute with rally prep
- Atmosphere: Described as "rich boy SOWO vibes"
- Scale: Massive crowds and exotic car turnout
- Problem Areas: Spontaneous gatherings (In-N-Out Burger with 100+ cars)
- Prediction: Major changes coming after this year's issues
- Carmel's Position: City won't tolerate continued problems
- Current Structure:
- Most events require tickets
- Many are invite-only
- But public spaces still get overwhelmed
- Assessment: Social media is "ruining stuff like this"
- Alternative Approach: Focus on smaller, intimate events that aren't "blown out"
- Personal Policy: Stopped attending events that have gotten too big and "lost their way"
- How does Car Week get control of the situation?
- Is it possible to avoid having a Car Week at all?
- The balance between accessibility and maintaining event quality
Porsche 928
"...ecause there's that place in Italy that redid the 928 and those are pop ups that are still"
Mclaren F1S
"coming out with the F, the the McLaren F1's being reimagined as well."
Lamborghini Diablo
"they're relaunching like the Diablo Resto Mod like this"
Lancia Delta
"there's companies doing Lancia deltas you know Stratos"
Lancia Stratos
"Lancia deltas you know Stratos like Alfa's doing Alfa's"
Porsche 935
"road legal like 935s that weren't road legal"
Chevrolet Camaro
"them like Camaros that ran in those series"
Chevrolet Corvette
"ones that look like Corvettes and Camaros still"
Lamborghini Huracan
"a Huracan STO and throw like a twin"
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