{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"The Car Show with Dane Donovan - 3/21/2026","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/the-car-show-with-dane-donovan-3-21-2026","audioUrl":"https://podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/98a2599f-cd9b-4f2a-9be4-b22c00e585f2/ec45f402-1bd0-4b33-b8fa-b36401192671/da709d30-e69d-471c-881f-b41500d0e4a8/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=4e0ab41b-2373-4728-b97c-b36401192677","description":"Dane Donovan tackles the challenges of resurrecting old cars. He shares a personal story about a customer who tried to revive an eighty-five Mazda RX, highlighting the importance of inspecting a vehicle before purchasing. Dane also discusses the risks of leaving cars parked outside, where they can be damaged by rodents and moisture. He advises listeners to drive their vehicles regularly or store them in a garage to prevent costly repairs. 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