We Bought the Lowest Mileage Early Porsche 911 IN THE WORLD!

The Polestar 4 is a modern electric crossover-coupe from Polestar, built around an EV powertrain instead of a gasoline engine. It’s notable here because the hosts frame it as a “new electric car,” making it part of the episode’s lineup alongside classic and enthusiast-focused choices.

The Tesla Model Y is a compact electric crossover that’s often used as an Uber/rideshare vehicle. In this segment it’s mentioned as the car the host got into while meeting the Uber driver.

The Porsche 911 (993) is the last air-cooled 911 generation, and it’s known for its classic 911 feel with modernized engineering. The C2S is a specific Carrera variant that typically pairs rear-wheel drive with a more performance-focused setup than the base C2.

The Porsche 944 is a front-engine, rear-transaxle sports coupe that’s known for its near-50/50-ish balance and classic Porsche handling feel. In this segment, it’s mentioned as part of the garage lineup shown to a Porsche fan, highlighting the variety of Porsche-era cars they had on hand.

A “warehouse” in this context is where the car is stored rather than being used on the road. Long-term storage can explain why a car has minimal wear and why its history matters to buyers.

“Undriven” here means the car was not used/operated for a long period, which helps preserve condition and keeps mileage extremely low. In collector-car stories, long storage can be a major reason a car remains “like new” even after many years.

Octane magazine is a well-known enthusiast publication that covers classic and modern performance cars. Mentioning it here signals that the 911 was advertised/discovered through the collector-car media ecosystem.

In enthusiast terms, a “preservation feeling” refers to the experience of driving a car that has been kept in its original, unmodified state with minimal wear. The hosts contrast that with restoration, arguing that even a high-quality restoration can’t fully recreate the feel of a time-capsule example.

A rocker panel is the body panel along the lower sides of the car, between the front and rear wheels. In this segment, it’s where the vinyl strip sits on the police car, replacing carpet in the area that would normally get scuffed by boots.

A rear wiper is a windshield wiper mounted to the rear glass, used to clear rain, dirt, and road grime. The hosts use it as a visual identifier of Dutch police cars, noting that the same feature also appears on early Porsche 911s.

A passenger side mirror is a mirror mounted on the passenger side to improve visibility for that seating position. Here, the hosts describe a special police configuration: the mirror is positioned so the police passenger can look behind, which changes what the driver can see from the driver’s seat.

The Volkswagen Beetle is a compact, air-cooled classic that became widely used worldwide, including by police departments. Here it’s mentioned as a reference point for how police cars were set up for traffic control and officer visibility.

“Ultra low mileage” means the car has been driven very little since new, which often helps preserve wear items like tires, brakes, and interior components. It’s especially meaningful on classic cars because many mechanical and rubber parts age even if they aren’t used much.

An odometer is the instrument that records how far a vehicle has traveled. In classic-car buying, odometer readings are used to judge how much the car has actually been used versus how old it is.

Zenith triple-throat carburetors are carburetor setups that use three venturi “throats” to meter fuel and air into the engine. More airflow and better fuel metering can improve throttle response and power compared with simpler carb designs, which is why enthusiasts associate them with performance.

The Porsche 356 is Porsche’s early sports car, known for its lightweight, classic handling and its air-cooled design. In this segment it’s specifically referenced as a Dutch police car, including a visibility feature used for directing traffic.

A “double rear-view mirror in the center” is a custom interior setup that effectively gives the rearward view to more than one occupant. In police-car use, it can help the passenger officer see traffic and coordinate actions.

Traffic control refers to directing vehicles at intersections or road incidents, often requiring clear visibility and quick hand/arm signals. The hosts connect this to why certain police cars were configured with open-top access or visibility-focused interior layouts.

The Porsche 718 refers to the modern 718 Boxster/Cayman family, which uses a mid-engine layout and is known for its agile handling. Here, the host contrasts it with the older 356, emphasizing the fun of driving both eras back-to-back.

A “boot” is the trunk, and the “front boot” means the trunk space at the front of the car. This is especially common on mid-engine sports cars, where packaging leaves usable storage up front.

“Target top” appears to be a transcription error for “Targa top,” which is Porsche’s removable roof panel system used on Targa models. A Targa top can be removed or folded to open the cabin while keeping a roll-bar structure.

Le Mans refers to the 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race in France, one of the most famous motorsport events in the world. Winning “its class” means the car competed in a specific category (based on rules like engine size and design) and finished first within that category.

The Porsche 914 6 GT is a rare, track-focused Porsche 914 variant that swaps in a six-cylinder engine (the “6” part) and is associated with serious racing pedigree. In this segment, the hosts connect it to endurance racing success, specifically winning its class at Le Mans in 1970.

The hosts discuss a local controversy involving a car-community figure who organizes drives with wealthy participants. The segment focuses on reckless driving behavior in Southern California canyons and the safety enforcement response.

CHP stands for California Highway Patrol, the state agency that enforces traffic laws on California highways. In this context, they’re described as focusing on dangerous canyon-road behavior—specifically preventing drivers from crossing double yellow lines.

“Double yellows” refers to double solid yellow centerline markings on the road, which generally indicate no passing and no crossing for oncoming traffic. The hosts use it as a shorthand for a key safety rule on curvy roads where head-on collisions are a major risk.

“Cross the mustard” is a slang way to say someone crossed a boundary line on the road—typically the centerline or a double-yellow—into oncoming traffic. In this context, it’s being used as a shorthand for dangerous passing or lane intrusion in the canyons.

The Porsche 911 GT3 RS is a track-focused version of the 911, built around high-revving performance and aerodynamic downforce. It’s known for being extremely capable on road courses, which is why it stands out in a discussion about canyon driving and aggressive behavior.

“Canyon carving” refers to spirited driving on winding mountain roads, where drivers aim for smooth lines and quick transitions through corners. In enthusiast circles it can be framed as skillful driving, but it also carries a higher risk because roads are public and traffic/visibility can be unpredictable.

Vredestein is a tire brand known for performance and winter-focused tires. In this segment, the hosts are pointing out the specific tire look and model family (the “Ice Raider” reference) as part of the driving feel and traction story.

Mercedes-Benz 240D is a classic diesel from the W123-era lineup, known for its simple, durable mechanical design and long-distance comfort. In the segment, the hosts focus on how it drives and specifically mention the glow plug system, which is central to starting and running a diesel in cooler conditions.

The Buick Century is a mid-size car from Buick’s lineup, typically positioned as a comfortable, family-oriented vehicle. The podcast context frames it around brand history and design, suggesting it’s being discussed as a representative model of Buick’s long-running approach. It’s relevant because the Century nameplate is tied to how Buick marketed mainstream cars over many years.

Polestar’s naming scheme is part of how the brand positions its lineup. Here, Spike explains that Polestar is naming models in sequence—Polestar 1, 2, 3, and now 4—so the number signals the place in the product family.

Horsepower is a measure of engine (or motor) power—how quickly the vehicle can do work. In EVs like the Polestar 4, horsepower is still used to describe the strength of the electric motors, which helps communicate how fast the car can accelerate.

Range is how far an EV can drive on a full battery charge under stated conditions. Spike uses the Polestar 4’s range figure to help listeners judge whether it fits everyday driving and longer trips.

BMW iX is BMW’s electric luxury SUV, and it’s used here as a comparison point for the Polestar 4. When Spike lists it alongside other EVs, he’s framing the Polestar 4 as competing in the same “consideration set” of premium electric vehicles.

A sloping roofline is a styling choice where the roof tapers downward toward the rear. It can improve the car’s look and aerodynamics, but it often reduces rear window area and can make it harder to see out the back.

A glass ceiling refers to a panoramic glass roof panel that can change how much light enters the cabin. In this segment, the host describes a feature that can lighten or darken the roof area at the push of a button.

A rear view monitor is a screen that shows a live camera feed when you’re reversing. It’s used to compensate for limited rear visibility, especially on cars with sloped roofs or reduced rear glass.

The Land Rover Range Rover is a luxury SUV known for combining off-road capability with comfort and upscale features. In the podcast, it’s mentioned in a practical, observational way—appearing in a mirror while discussing an “issue,” which suggests it’s being used as a reference point in the story. That makes it relevant as a real-world vehicle that can show up in day-to-day driving situations.

The speaker is referring to a 3D camera/parking visualization that shows the car’s position around you. These systems help with low-speed maneuvering, but they can feel awkward or provide less useful detail in tight spaces. In this case, it’s described as claustrophobic and not as confidence-inspiring as a real-world view.

This describes a hands-free “kick-to-open” feature where you wave your foot under the rear license plate area to trigger the power liftgate. The speaker says it works inconsistently—especially outdoors and in certain light conditions—so it becomes an annoying extra step. They also note it’s inconvenient when their hands are full.

In this context, “unlock” refers to keyless entry behavior: the car detects the key fob nearby and automatically unlocks. The speaker says it unlocks when they approach, but the kick-to-open function still fails. It’s part of the overall access workflow they’re criticizing.

A key fob is the handheld remote used to lock/unlock a car and often start it. This segment describes a frustrating behavior where the fob sometimes fails to unlock until the host presses it again, highlighting how driver interaction depends on the car’s access system.

This segment focuses on a custom “radio flyer” wagon that’s been built to drive on public roads. The hosts discuss what it is, what it’s based on, and how it’s driven through traffic.

The Ford Explorer is a mainstream SUV platform that can be used as a donor vehicle for custom builds. In this segment, the hosts say the whole chassis of the radio flyer wagon is based on a Ford Explorer, meaning the underlying structure and drivetrain layout come from that SUV.