Mustang Owner's Podcast
John Clor - Mike Rey - (Steve Hall)
Last episode 18 days agoThe Mustang Owner’s Podcast was created by the late Steve Hall, Founder and Executive Director of the Mustang Owner’s Museum in Concord, NC. It covers all of the people, places and things that impact the Mustang owner’s experience. Our hosts and podcast partners John Clor, Enthusiast Communications Manager for Ford Performance, and Mike Rey, President of the Mustang Owner’s Club of SouthEastern Michigan (MOCSEM), continue Steve’s mission of bringing you weekly insight into the world of Mustang.
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Episodes (271)
Autumn Schwalbe - Foxbody Drag Racer and Ford Marketing
In a multi faceted episode, Autumn tells John and Mike how she got started in racing and how that led to her current position as Marketing Communications Specialist at Ford Motor Company.
Todd Adams - Mustang #211
We're back with Todd Adams, owner of Mustang #211. Todd tells Steve how he found the car, and his initial intentions with it before he started noticing peculiar oddities that had him research the significance of the VIN ending in 211.
The 2022 Mustang Stampede to the Woodward Dream Cruise
Steve gives us a little history about Woodward Ave and the genesis of what is now the Woodward Dream Cruise. He also tells us about the inaugural Mustang Stampede event, and what's on the plate for this year's event. If you want to register for this year's stampede go to: https://www.mustangownersmuseum.com/events.html#id=227&cid=1250&wid=7301
Rob Gelardi - Mustang Designer
John and Mike talk with Rob Gelardi about his work on Mustangs.
Tracey Smith & Scott Black - Team Shelby
Tracey and Scott tell Steve about a plethora of Shelby topics including what's new at Team Shelby, how to join the Shelby Club, The Shelby Bash, The Shelby Foundation, and their personal take on Ford vs Ferrari.
Ken Appell - Carlisle Ford Nationals
John and Mike talk with Ken Appell; event manager for Carlisle Ford Nationals. They discuss what to see, eat, and do at one of the biggest Ford shows in the world happening from June 3rd till 5th in Carlisle, PA.
Ron McGlinch - Ancor Information Management
Ron and Steve announce a partnership between Ancor and the Mustang Owner's Museum for the museum to reproduce on site most 2008 and newer Mustang factory window stickers for owners wanting a copy of the original sticker. Ron also tells us about the complexities coordinating with Ford regarding the publication of the required identification stickers for every vehicle before it leaves the Ford production facilities.
Charles Turner - The Restoration of Shelby #003
Steve talks with Charles about his involvement in the restoration of Shelby #003, and another early production Mustang that may never experience the restoration process.
Ralph Garcia - Bullitt #558
Steve gets an update from Ralph Garcia on the restoration of Bullitt car #558, and how much longer will it be before the car is unveiled to the public.
Paul Rocha and Sean Kiernan - Two Bullittheads in One Chamber
Funny stories galore as Paul and Sean join John and Mike to talk Bullitts, National Bullitt Day 2022, and other memorable moments.
Sean Mathis - Miles Through Time Automotive Museum
Steve and Sean compare notes on running an automobile museum. Sean also tells Steve about his other website www.automotivemuseumguide.com for anyone looking for an automobile museum in their area.
Rick Ybarra & Finley Ledbetter - Boss Nationals
Rick and Finley join Steve and talk Boss 351 Mustangs.
Mecum Auctions
In a wide-ranging conversation, Matt and David talk with Steve about some of the Mustangs that have come across the Mecum auction block.
Nick Terzes - Ford Engineer
On this episode we hear from Mustang enthusiast, and Ford Engineer Nick Terzes. Though his current role at Ford is SEMA Planning & Strategy Supervisor; Nick tells John and Mike what it was like working in the various engineering departments at Ford.
Jen Higley - The Chocolate Fox
Jen Higley from FoxResto is back to talk with Steve about The Chocolate Fox car show. For those that can't make the drive down to Charlotte for Foxtoberfest in the fall, Matt and Jen created The Chocolate Fox. This year's event is is being held from May 12th -14th at the AACA Museum in Hershey PA (hence the chocolate reference.) Jen tells us the events planned, and gives us a little information regarding Foxtoberfest 2022.
Gary Golisher & Kin Welling - The Mystic Cobra
Think you can get a hold of Mystic paint? Gary and Kin tell Steve why the paint is so special, and why it's impossible to acquire some through your local paint supplier.
Gary Patterson: President - Shelby American
When your first car as a teenager is a 1969 Cobra Jet; it's a good bet you have petrol running through your veins. Gary Patterson, President of Shelby American, tells John and Mike how his early days as a lover of Mustangs transitioned into working with one of the most iconic personalities in automotive history.
Sam Prock - The "River Snake"
How long does it take to restore a Shelby Cobra that's been dredged out of the Hudson River? Sam Prock, owner of the "River Snake" tells us his story.
David Goff - A True Mustang Enthusiast
David Goff has been in awe of the Ford Mustang since he was a 10 year old boy counting Mustangs from the back seat of his father's Fairlane. David takes us for a ride down his memory lane as this life long enthusiast tells us about the first time he saw a Mustang all the way up to his current Mustang collection.
Robert Bianco - Master Model Builder
When the Mustang Owner's Museum wanted a model of the Ford Pavilion from the 1964 World's Fair, Executive Director Steve Hall commissioned master model builder Robert Bianco for the project. In this episode, Robert gives us some insight into his model building career and why he was a great choice for this job.
Paul Newitt - California Special Historian
Paul Newitt, California Special historian tells John and Mike some of the stories regarding the creation of the California Special, and gives us a behinds the scenes look at the obstacles which stood in the way of the car making it to the showroom.
Tom Cotter - The Barnfind Hunter
The original barn find hunter, Tom Cotter talks with Steve about his long love affair with cars. He talks about how the hunt for barn finds started and what's next on his travel agenda.
Art Hyde - Chief Engineer SN95 Mustang
Art gives Steve insight into the many inner workings that lead to the development of the SN95 Mustang. Art also talks about the driving force behind the creation of the Bullitt and Mach 1 Mustangs. Finally, what was so special about Art's daily driver nicknamed...Kermit.
Owned by "The Deuce" - Perry Los Kamp
Steve talks to Perry Los Kamp about his rare Mustang that once belonged to Henry Ford II.
Kevin Marti - The Marti Report
Think you're about to purchase a rare Mustang? Before you commit, you need to get a Marti Report. John and Mike talk with Kevin Marti; creator of The Marti Report. They discuss what's in a Marti Report, and why it's beneficial to the Mustang owner. To order a Marti Report for your Mustang, goto: https://www.martiauto.com