{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"What Makes A Restomod Count? — Carmudgeon Show w/ Jason Cammisa & Derek Tam-Scott — Ep 237","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/what-makes-a-restomod-count-carmudgeon-show-w-jason-cammisa-derek-tam-scott-ep-237","audioUrl":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/HGM6561018161.mp3","description":"The term “Restomod” gets thrown around a lot these days. In an era where more people are modifying and modernizing old cars more than ever before, it’s probably time we draw some boundaries to truly understand what OEM+, OEM++, and Restomod REALLY mean in the current modified car landscape.\n\n\n\n===\n\nVisit https://JasonSentMe.com for a quote on Hagerty's Guaranteed Value® Insurance!\n\n===\n\n\n\nThe subject of today’s studio background is a 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230SL - yes, a Pagoda - with a host of Mercedes family modifications including but not limited to:\n\n\n  5.4L M113 V8 engine from a W220 S55 AMG\n\n  6 speed manual transmission from an SLK230\n\n  Brakes from a C126 560SEC\n\n  Rear multilink suspension from a W209 CLK\n\n  And many more odds and ends that make it all play nicely together.\n\n\n\n\nEffectively transformed from a grandma cruiser to a backroad hell-raiser, Jason and Derek begin to wonder - is this just an engine/transmission swap, or has enough been done to constitute restomod status? This car comes from none other than Matt Kwiek from Kwiek Classics, who has become known for manual-swapping CLK63 AMG Black Series as well as a host of other Frankenstein’d Mercedes-Benzes. This one certainly got Jason, Derek, and company howling with laughter, but is emotion enough to constitute a restomod?\n\n\n\nNaturally other restomod vehicles are brought into discussion - like the Cyan Racing P1800, Totem Automobile GT Super, Automobile Amos Delta Futurista, Tuthil 911K, and the Kimera 037. While these cars occupy a different market share and purpose, the Mercedes can probably keep up with the best of them on the right backroad. But does a more honest appearance and single-marque parts origin constitute OEM+? Jason’s MK3 Cabrio VR6 swap seems to fall into that category - but it still resembles a car that could have been built by Volkswagen in period. This Pagoda, however……would drift circles around its swing-armed original - and not flip over!! Maybe it’s in a class of its own.\n\n\n\nJason also discusses a recent trip to LA for the Air Water Show weekend, where he attends Good Vibes Breakfast Club with Andreas Preuninger, Director of Porsche’s GT Line. While he didn’t drive the GT3 S/C as expected, he did drive a Supercharged, LS-swapped 1978 Pontiac Trans Am making 700+ WHP. The car was so dialed in, we continue to wonder - does it qualify as a restomod? Or is it just a swap with all the right trimmings? \n\n\n\nYou’ll have to listen to find out - all this and more on this episode of The Carmudgeon Show.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices"},"annotations":[{"startTime":173.2,"endTime":176.6,"type":"car","title":"1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 SL","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/1/16/1963_Mercedes-Benz_230SL_Pagoda_-_panoramio.jpg?utm_source=commons.wikimedia.org&utm_campaign=imageinfo&utm_content=thumbnail","quote":"It is a 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 SL. [176.6s] It was. 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It’s a famous model in Mercedes’ “SL” sports-car family, and the hosts are talking about it as a restomod example where a lot of the original car is still there.","imageAttribution":"Andrew Zorin (CC BY-SA 3.0)"}},{"startTime":178.0,"endTime":181.2,"type":"term","title":"chassis number","url":"/glossary/chassis-number","quote":"Much of the car, including its chassis number, [181.2s] is a 1960, no, more, I would say, [183.4s] so if we're going to talk generally about restomods,","canonicalId":"term:chassis-number","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A chassis number (often called the VIN in modern terms) is the unique identifier assigned to a specific vehicle. The hosts emphasize that this Mercedes-Benz 230 SL’s chassis number is from an earlier year, which matters for authenticity and how “real” the restomod is.","simplifiedExplanation":"A chassis number is the car’s unique ID number. 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The point here is whether the build still feels like the original car or mostly becomes something new."}},{"startTime":193.2,"endTime":199.8,"type":"term","title":"serial number","url":"/glossary/serial-number","quote":"first 500 cars or so, the serial number ends [195.4s] like 0, 0, 0, 5, 5, 9 or something like that, [199.8s] which they built many tens of thousands of these cars.","canonicalId":"term:serial-number","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A serial number is the production sequence identifier used by manufacturers to track how many units were built and where a specific car falls in the run. Here, the hosts use serial-number endings to describe how early this “Pagoda” example is, which supports its historical significance.","simplifiedExplanation":"A serial number is a production ID that tells you where a specific car sits in the order it was built. 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The result is that highway cruising can feel strained or like the car needs to work harder to maintain pace.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Short leggedness” means the car’s gearing makes it feel like it doesn’t have enough “reach.” At highway speeds, it can feel like the engine is working too hard."}},{"startTime":1696.4,"endTime":1699.0,"type":"term","title":"breathlessness","quote":"and like this sort of short leggedness, like breathlessness feeling like on the highway.","canonicalId":"term:breathlessness","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In car talk, “breathlessness” usually describes an engine that feels like it can’t pull smoothly at higher speeds—often because of gearing, cam/induction characteristics, or how the engine responds under load. 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When they say it “squats,” they mean the back of the car dips down when you accelerate."}},{"startTime":1846.2,"endTime":1849.3,"type":"car","title":"Porsche 911 GT3","url":"/cars/porsche/911","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/71/2025_Porsche_992_Carrera_convertible_DSC_7024_%28cropped%29.jpg","quote":"I had a GT3 and a GT3 Touring that I drove while I was there.\nAnd so this was the trip that I'd mentioned down to LA","canonicalId":"car:porsche:911","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Porsche 911 GT3 is a performance-focused 911 variant designed for track use, typically emphasizing high-revving response and strong aerodynamics. It’s known for being more driver-focused than a standard 911, with setup choices that prioritize grip and braking stability. In this segment, the host highlights driving multiple GT3 variants during the trip.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Porsche 911 GT3 is the “serious” version of the 911—built for fast driving and track-style handling. It’s usually more focused on steering feel and grip than a regular 911. Here, the speaker says they drove a GT3 while they were there.","imageAttribution":"Alexander Migl (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":1960.0,"endTime":1967.1,"type":"term","title":"front and rear","quote":"And so he's like, I did everything. Both front and rear, all new suspension, all new brakes, all new everything. It's all modern shit underneath.","canonicalId":"term:front-and-rear","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Front and rear” indicates the work was done across both axles, not just one end of the car. In a restomod context, that usually means the suspension and braking systems were refreshed comprehensively so the car drives and stops more predictably.","simplifiedExplanation":"They’re saying the upgrades were done on both the front and the back of the car. That matters because the car needs to handle and brake well at all four wheels."}},{"startTime":1981.6,"endTime":1984.8,"type":"term","title":"play on center","url":"/glossary/play-on-center","quote":"modern steering, a little bit of play on center, but then really quick. And he's like, oh yeah, I'm addressing the play on center.","canonicalId":"term:play-on-center","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Play on center” is the amount of free movement in a steering wheel when the car is going straight (centered). 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They’re about to accelerate hard to see how the car responds."}},{"startTime":2011.1,"endTime":2014.7,"type":"term","title":"762 of the wheels","url":"/glossary/762-of-the-wheels","quote":"I think it was 762 of the wheels or something. That seems excessive.","canonicalId":"term:762-of-the-wheels","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Of the wheels” refers to wheel horsepower—power measured at the tires/drive wheels using a dynamometer. It often differs from advertised engine horsepower because driveline losses (like the transmission and differential) reduce power before it reaches the wheels.","simplifiedExplanation":"“On the wheels” means the power measured at the tires, not the engine. It’s usually lower than the factory number because some power is lost through the drivetrain."}},{"startTime":2034.1,"endTime":2037.0,"type":"term","title":"downshifted","quote":"And then I downshifted after the next corner\n[2037.0s] and just lit it up on the way up.","canonicalId":"term:downshifted","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.45,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A downshift is when the driver selects a lower gear to increase engine speed (RPM). That typically helps the car accelerate harder because the engine is operating in a more responsive part of its power band.","simplifiedExplanation":"Downshifting means switching to a lower gear. 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People often notice the exhaust sound is different from older V8 engines, even if the car still looks stock."}},{"startTime":2104.5,"endTime":2107.2,"type":"term","title":"small block","url":"/glossary/small-block","quote":"[2102.1s] Sounds, okay, an LS sounds slightly different\n[2104.5s] than an old, you know, small block or whatever, whatever.\n[2107.2s] Large block.","canonicalId":"term:small-block","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Small block” is a common enthusiast term for compact V8 engine families (especially from GM and Ford) that were designed to be lighter and fit in more applications than larger “big block” engines. In this context, it’s used to contrast older V8 sound/character with an LS swap.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Small block” is a nickname for a smaller V8 engine design. It’s often contrasted with bigger V8s, and here it’s part of the discussion about how different engines sound."}},{"startTime":2107.2,"endTime":2110.9,"type":"term","title":"large block","url":"/glossary/large-block","quote":"[2107.2s] Large block.\n[2107.9s] Large, enormous block, a huge block.\n[2110.9s]  455.","canonicalId":"term:large-block","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Large block” refers to bigger-displacement V8 engine families (the classic “big block” idea) that typically emphasize torque and a heavier exhaust note. The speaker uses it to compare older American V8 character with the LS-series sound in a restomod.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Large block” (often called “big block”) means a bigger V8 engine. People usually associate it with stronger low-end power and a different, deeper sound."}},{"startTime":2110.9,"endTime":2112.1,"type":"term","title":"455","quote":"[2107.9s] Large, enormous block, a huge block.\n[2110.9s]  455.\n[2112.1s] But it's the same sort of to me, you know,","canonicalId":"term:455","priority":0.3,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“455” is shorthand for the Pontiac 455 cubic-inch V8 displacement, a famous muscle-era engine associated with strong torque and a distinctive sound. Here it’s used as an example of an older large-displacement V8 compared against an LS swap.","simplifiedExplanation":"“455” refers to an older big V8 engine size—455 cubic inches. 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That timing changes how smooth the engine feels and how it sounds."}},{"startTime":2149.4,"endTime":2153.6,"type":"term","title":"straight six","url":"/glossary/straight-six","quote":"It's a sweet little straight six\n[2151.6s] without all that much personality.\n[2153.6s] It's not like the later twin cam 280.","canonicalId":"term:straight-six","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A straight six is an engine layout where six cylinders are arranged in a single line. It’s known for smooth power delivery because the firing order is evenly spaced, which can make the engine feel refined even if it isn’t the most powerful.","simplifiedExplanation":"A straight six is an engine with six cylinders lined up in one row. It tends to run smoothly, which is why people often enjoy the way it feels and sounds."}},{"startTime":2153.6,"endTime":2156.5,"type":"term","title":"twin cam","url":"/glossary/twin-cam","quote":"It's not like the later twin cam 280.\n[2156.5s] That is a wonderful, wonderful engine.\n[2159.8s] This I could get behind.","canonicalId":"term:twin-cam","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Twin cam” means the engine uses two camshafts (one per cylinder bank in many layouts) to operate the valves. This design can improve valve timing control and breathing compared with simpler single-cam setups, which often helps performance at higher engine speeds.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Twin cam” means the engine has two camshafts that control the valves. More precise valve control can help the engine make power more effectively, especially when you rev it."}},{"startTime":2164.2,"endTime":2174.6,"type":"term","title":"autocross","url":"/glossary/auto-cross","quote":"In fact, I have an autocross coming up this weekend.\n[2166.9s] And what I was thinking is, let's take this.\n[2170.2s] Like, would that not be the funnest way","canonicalId":"term:autocross","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Autocross is a motorsport where drivers complete timed laps on a closed course marked with cones, usually on a parking lot or airfield. It emphasizes quick steering response, traction, and braking balance more than outright top speed.","simplifiedExplanation":"Autocross is a timed driving event on a closed course with cones. 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It’s often discussed in enthusiast circles because it’s an early platform where ABS and other electronics can be retrofitted or swapped as parts evolve.","simplifiedExplanation":"BMW E28 is the name for a specific generation of the BMW 5 Series. In this context, it’s being used as an example of an older car where ABS hardware can be upgraded.","imageAttribution":"Wikisympathisant (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":3121.28,"endTime":3123.08,"type":"car","title":"BMW M5","url":"/cars/bmw/m5","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/6b/2008_BMW_M5.jpg","quote":"I know E28 and the views, for example, they have the M5 had four channel ABS versus a lot of the other cars at three.","canonicalId":"car:bmw:m5","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"BMW M5 is the high-performance version of the BMW 5 Series, and in this segment it’s cited as having four-channel ABS. The key point is that different BMW models/years used different ABS channel counts, which affects how easily you can retrofit components.","simplifiedExplanation":"BMW M5 is a performance BMW 5 Series. Here it’s mentioned because it used a more advanced ABS setup (four-channel), which matters if you’re trying to swap ABS parts.","imageAttribution":"Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0"}},{"startTime":3125.2,"endTime":3130.2,"type":"term","title":"standalone unit with its own harness","url":"/glossary/standalone-unit-with-its-own-harness","quote":"And that is a standalone unit with its own harness. So you can, oops, the light just got bright.","canonicalId":"term:standalone-unit-with-its-own-harness","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A standalone ABS unit with its own harness means the ABS module can be installed as a self-contained system with dedicated wiring. That makes retrofits easier because you’re not trying to integrate a complex ABS controller into an incompatible factory wiring layout.","simplifiedExplanation":"If the ABS parts come as a self-contained kit with their own wiring, it’s easier to install. You’re less likely to run into complicated wiring compatibility issues."}}],"speakers":[{"id":"s1","name":"Hagerty Media","role":"host"}],"transcripts":[{"url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/what-makes-a-restomod-count-carmudgeon-show-w-jason-cammisa-derek-tam-scott-ep-237/transcript.vtt","type":"text/vtt"}]}