Curb and Canyon: A Porsche Podcast
Andy Gaunt, James McGrath
Updated 6 days agoWelcome to Curb and Canyon – a podcast for Porsche enthusiasts BY Porsche enthusiasts. A collaboration between Porsche tragics, Andy Gaunt of ‘Last Rasp’ and James McGrath of ‘Auto Amateur’, Curb and Canyon is all about the lifestyle choice that is Porsche ownership. We’re not experts, we’re mates having a laugh about owning and driving these great cars, the roads we’ve driven, the upgrades we’ve made, the mods we’ve messed up and the great people we’ve met along the way. We want the world to know how awesome it is to own a car with the Porsche crest on the hood! New episodes dropping weekly with regular guests and panelists from across the Porsche world.
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Episodes (48)
Fashion Designer and Porsche Enthusiast Rik, the man behind Rico Customs
Let us know what you think!Joining the Curb and Canyon podcast is special guest Rik, the man behind 'Rico Customs' - a fashion designer and Porsche enthusiast based in the Netherlands. Rico has a passion for building Porsche 911 Outlaws and a fashion designer building Porsches for fun. Stay tuned for more Porsche news and banter with Andy and James dropping weekly, right here on Curb and Canyon.https://www.rico-customs.comhttps://www.instagram.com/rico_customs/?hl=en
10k, Road Trips, Luft 8 and some good old fashioned Porsche banter
Let us know what you think!Andy and James are back with some good old fashioned Anglo-Australian-'merican Porsche banter. In this episode we're talking about James' recent tour of the Smoky Mountains with his group of friends who all slayed the world famous Tail of the Dragon on US highway 129. We're talking about how to destroy hours of paint correction work like a pro, how to make a 911 Turbo sound just as good as a naturally aspirated 911, the recent incredible Luft 8 Porsche event and much much more.
The new GT3RS and CheckedItOut Chicago '22
Let us know what you think!In this episode of Curb and Canyon, James and Andy are talking about their impressions of the eagerly awaited 992 GT3RS that has just been released by Porsche and the future of that platform. This week has also been quite the week of car events with James attending CheckedItOut Chicago #Check22 where Bluey 996 was on show and Andy completing a winter rally with a squad of Porsche GT cars. As ever, thanks for listening and supporting Curb and Canyon. More episodes coming soon!
Luft is back in LA and what would you ask Porsche to build just for you?
Let us know what you think!Andy and James are back for your weekly dose of Porsche banter. This week we talk about the recent announcement of Luftgekühlt 8 which is taking place on October 9th at the Port of Los Angeles CA. We're also talking about the little known select service offered by Porsche, rumored to offer any build, of any generation of Porsche, for what is presumably a mountain of cash. But still - if money were no object, what would you have Porsche build you? Lots more too including an epic Video of the Week. Tune in, kick back, enjoy!
Kris Clewell at Overcrest says "Take the Car"
Let us know what you think!This week we have a very special guest - Kris Clewell from Overcrest Productions - known for his epic vintage air-cooled 911, his passion for wrenching on cars, his photography but maybe most of all, for his sense of adventure. Long time fans, James and Andy, get to speak with Kris about all of this and more. Enjoy!
Andy did a THING and James is totally uncool about it
Let us know what you think!Welcome back to Curb and Canyon! This week Andy tells us why he was absent from last week's podcast, throws some insults Jay Read's way, drops a bomb about his exploits from the last few days and James is very, VERY uncool about the whole fiasco. Exciting news, great Porsche banter and as always, lots of fun. Tune in, kick back and enjoy!
Special guest Jay Read talks about his current project car - His rainforest green Boxster
Let us know what you think!Andy is on a special mission this week which has taken him to Sydney. In his absence the Porsche influencer, YouTube rock star, ginger warrior - Jay Read - joins James as co-host for some banter and fun. In this episode we're talking about Jay's current project car, his metallic rainforest green first generation Boxster with its tan interior, soft top and 'runny eyes' headlights. We're also talking about the $15k repair bill James is facing for his 996 and the second annual 'Return to the Dragon' Porsche enthusiasts event in the Smoky Mountains this coming September. Tune in, kick back and enjoy!
Time to talk. The new Porsche 911 GT3 R has just been unveiled.
Let us know what you think!Welcome back to another episode of Curb and Canyon! In this episode you'll not only get to listen to Andy and James talk about the latest adrenaline-bomb dropped by Porsche in the automotive media about the new GT3 R, you get to HEAR the new racing 911's glorious flat-six anthem. We're also talking Porsche in F1, video of the week and all the usual banter. Tune in, kick back and enjoy!
Back for more! Road tours, 996s, 997s, 964s and more - Curb and Canyon returns.
Let us know what you think!James and Andy return for an action packed, guest filled second season of the popular 'Curb and Canyon' podcast series, a podcast for Porsche enthusiasts by Porsche enthusiasts. In this episode they're talking about James' 2000 mile round trip of the Rocky Mountains - the debut trip of his recently finished 996 project car, Andy and his son's recent road tour of the Alpine ridge region of Victoria and more... Is Andy looking at new P-cars? What is James moving on to after the completion of project 996? Video of week - Lee Sibley of 9 Werks vs. Jay Read - who comes out on top? Tune in, kick back and enjoy!
Carrera Cup Racing at the F1 Grand Prix
Let us know what you think!In this latest episode, Andy and James are talking about the latest rumors of Porsche potentially getting into the world of Formula 1 and Andy's recent visit to Carrera Cup racing. Naturally, there's some 996 and 964 banter too as well as the usual shenanigans. Thanks so much for supporting Curb and Canyon! We truly appreciate it. We'll be back in May after a mid-season break. Stay tuned for more soon! Cheers.
Flat Sixes and Flat Whites with Sean at Renneleven
Let us know what you think!We have a cracker of an episode for you this week where Andy and James are speaking with Sean Matthews of the Porsche community, 'Renneleven'. Started by Sean several years ago, R11 now has close to 50k followers on Instagram and is expanding into real-world events such as the upcoming Flat Six Show on July 9th 2022 at Goodwood, UK. In this episode we're talking about the roots of Renneleven, Sean's recent roller-coaster ride of mods and maintenance performed on his 996 and much more. Tune in, kick back and check it out! Be sure to check out Renneleven and get involved in one of the coolest Porsche communities here:https://renneleven.com and @renneleven
GT4RS or 992GT3? The verdict from two bozos who haven’t driven either of them.
Let us know what you think!After a train wreck of an introduction we talk about the brand new GT4 RS and rumors of a secret new Porsche hypercar. Check it out!!Video of the Week: Porsche 964 - Air Cooled Perfection from Jonas Käld.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AFMleJRRfy8
Snack food and Porsche culture with Drew Manley at Cooled Collective
Let us know what you think!We're celebrating our TENTH episode of Curb and Canyon with a hero of ours, Drew Manley. The man and the creative force behind the legendary Porsche lifestyle brand know as 'Cooled Collective' (formerly '911 Cooled'). Andy and James have been following Drew's adventures in the Porsche world with the Cooled Collective over the last 5 years since its inception.In this episode we have a really entertaining chat with Drew from how he got started and where he's going, to wrench on cars with friends, all the way to the continuing significance of print photography and print media in the digital age.Tune in, check it out and enjoy! Thanks as always for continuing to support Curb and Canyon, a passion project by Porsche enthusiasts for enthusiasts.
Forgotten Porsches and a tribute to the late, great Vic Elford
Let us know what you think!We're back with another installment of the Curb and Canyon podcast. In this episode we're talking about the late, great Vic Elford who sadly passed away recently at the grand age of 86. A legend from the racing world, practically synonymous with the Porsche brand. We're also talking forgotten Porsches and the usual banter. Tune in, kick back and enjoy. By enthusiasts, for enthusiasts.
Back to basics with some good old Porsche banter - Rallies, road trips, road runners and an epic Video of the Week
Let us know what you think!Andy and James are back with some more Porsche related banter. While Andy has been driving on the 7th Alpine Range Rally down under, James took a 4000 mile tour of the Rocky Mountains, Grand Canyon and the deserts of the American south west. The next Curb and Canyon Video of the Week, Project 996's engine has arrived and Andy shooting some Monday Night Lights... this is a cracker of an episode! All Porsche, all the time, for enthusiasts by enthusiasts. Enjoy!
Living the dream with Alex Farragut - Porsche 944 Racing, her 987 Daily (and an assortment of other high speed vehicles)
Let us know what you think!Strap in for a white knuckled introduction to one of Porsche culture's up and coming super-stars: Alex Farragut. She races Porsches, she wrenches on muscle cars, she flies planes and acrobatics, she skis, she surfs... she's an amazing human being with an incredible outlook on life.Join Andy and I for this fascinating and funny sneak peak into the life of inspiration embodied. Tune in, kick back and enjoy!
Safari Porsche builds, modern Porsche culture and more with Will from Rennthusiast
Let us know what you think!Another special guest joins Andy and James on the Curb and Canyon podcast in this episode to talk about, what else, all things Porsche. In Will's case - the creative force behind the online Porsche community 'Rennthusiast' - we're talking about his collection of P-cars as well as a special focus on his exciting Porsche project, a 924 Safari build. It's going to look crazy cool once it's finished. Tune in, kick back and enjoy!
The Singer 930 Turbo, Guntherwerks 993s and Porsches on fire
Let us know what you think!We have an absolute cracker of an episode for you today. James and Andy talk about the mind blowing Singer take on the 930 Turbo which dropped like an atom bomb of excitement on the Porsche world recently. Setting Singer against its peers, we also talk about the equally pulse-racing take on the 993 by Guntherwerks. Additionally, James and Andy are talking about other items where Porsche keeps popping up in the news, this time dozens of new P-cars stranded in the middle of the ocean. Tune in, kick back and enjoy!
Robert Redford's 904 and Perth to Melbourne in a Porsche
Let us know what you think!Another classic Porsche just went under the hammer this week, this time Robert Redford's 904. After Michael Bay's 'Bad Boys' 964 Turbo sold for over $1m recently, it's exciting to think about what this unique classic Porsche will attract. We also present our first 'Video of the Week' from the Porsche YouTube community and Andy politely entertains James' 'awesome' idea of a road trip across Australia. Tune in, kick back and enjoy!
Searching for Porsche perfection with Darin Fister at FD Motorsports
Let us know what you think!Welcome back to Curb and Canyon – a podcast for Porsche enthusiasts BY Porsche enthusiasts. In this episode we are joined by a special guest, Mr. Darin Fister of FD Motorsports - the man and the name behind the iconic "Fister sports exhaust" and a lot of other extremely popular custom Porsche performance parts. We talk about Darin's rise through the business world and Porsche culture, his shop, his parts and some stand-out moments from the last few years.This podcast is collaboration between Porsche tragics, Andy Gaunt of ‘Last Rasp’ and James McGrath of ‘Auto Amateur’, Curb and Canyon is all about the lifestyle choice that is Porsche ownership. We’re not experts, we’re mates having a laugh about owning and driving these great cars, the roads we’ve driven, the upgrades we’ve made, the mods we’ve messed up and the great people we’ve met along the way. We want the world to know how awesome it is to own a car with the Porsche crest on the hood! New episodes dropping weekly with regular guests and panelists from across the Porsche world.
'Bad Boys' 964 Turbo, Movie Porsches and Embarrassing Enthusiasts' Moments
Let us know what you think!Welcome back to Curb & Canyon! Episode 1 got a ton of great feedback and we're excited to be back for round 2... enjoy! Join us as we discuss the sale of Andy’s dream car, the iconic Bad Boys 964 Turbo. We talk about movie Porsches and the new Porsche E50YPD Limited edition Targa. Catchy name that really rolls off the tongue, but is it really that special?
Welcome to Curb and Canyon. The Porsche Podcast for enthusiasts by enthusiasts
Let us know what you think!Welcome to Curb and Canyon – a podcast for Porsche enthusiasts BY Porsche enthusiasts. A collaboration between Porsche tragics, Andy Gaunt of ‘Last Rasp’ and James McGrath of ‘Auto Amateur’, Curb and Canyon is all about the lifestyle choice that is Porsche ownership. We’re not experts, we’re mates having a laugh about owning and driving these great cars, the roads we’ve driven, the upgrades we’ve made, the mods we’ve messed up and the great people we’ve met along the way. We want the world to know how awesome it is to own a car with the Porsche crest on the hood! New episodes dropping weekly with regular guests and panelists from across the Porsche world.
Special Preview: Curb & Canyon. A Porsche Podcast.
Let us know what you think!Coming in January 2022 is the new podcast from James McGrath of 'Auto Amateur' and Andy Gaunt of 'Last Rasp' - two Porsche enthusiasts on opposite sides of the world sharing a passion for all things Porsche and enjoying some banter with other like minded enthusiasts and influencers from around the Porsche world. Air-cooled, water-cooled, on the track and off - nothing is off the table. First episode drops on Jan 22nd 2022 - join us!