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We trace his strategic swaps through a lineup of JDM and Euro legends—including a Nissan Skyline R32 GTST, a Porsche 996 Targa, and a rare yellow Skyline R34 GTT—culminating in the acquisition of a Mark IV Toyota Supra that he ultimately sold for $60,000.We also discuss the logistics of trading cars across state lines, how to spot undervalued assets (like the N54 BMW platform), and the serendipitous story of how Jon founded one of the biggest car meets in Maryland by pitching a BBQ restaurant owner in a parking lot.And don't miss Jon's favorite episode featuring the secrets to importing JDM Legends into the US: https://buzzsprout.com/2316026/episodes/17376238 *** Your Favorite Automotive Podcast - Now Arriving Weekly!!! *** Listen on your favorite platform and visit https://carsloved.com for full episodes, our automotive blog, Guest Road Trip Playlist and our new CAR-ousel of Memories photo archive. 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