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Updated 7 days agoBring a Trailer staffers chat and laugh about car enthusiasm, favorite auction listings, and industry news. Plus, our One-Year Garage game, in-depth car movie breakdowns, and interviews with guests from around the automotive world.
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Kenan Aksular of ImageStreet Classics
Randy sits down with our first European Local Partner to talk about BaT's growing presence in Europe; the excitement, travel, and friendships that come as a result of life in the classic car business; shared automotive passions; how Kenan got into the BaT game; his preferred international shipping methods; the curiously variable meaning of the word "perfect"; educating sellers about the benefits of transparency; revisiting the scene of a long-ago mishap in a 1750 GTV; some of the business experiences and notable cars that followed; and buying a TR6 on "photos and hope" in 1992. Links for listings discussed in this episode: 0:30 ImageStreetClassics user page 1:26 Coverage from our first Appearance in Europe 3:23 Bring a Trailer in Octane Magazine NL 5:52 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GT 6:10 Lot 3: Tulip Rallye Veteran 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GT 6:38 1959 Lotus Elite Series I 1,480cc 13:43 1965 De Tomaso Vallelunga 13:45 1971 Bizzarrini 1900 GT Europa 15:20 Carrozzeria AutoSport–Modified 1977 Ferrari 512 BB 20:11 LT1-Powered 1972 Land Rover Range Rover Classic 6-Speed 39:48 ImageStreetClassics on Instagram 40:12 ImageStreetClassics user page 40:15 Get the BaT App! Got questions for the BaT staff or suggestions for our next guest? Don’t hesitate to let us know! Write in to [email protected] and we’ll do our best to address them.
The One-Year Garage: 1967
In episode 81 of the BaT Podcast, Alex, Randy, and Zac reunite to Try a New Thing: game time! The One-Year Garage requires them to pick one car from a certain model year for each category: Sports Car, Family Hauler, Truck/4x4, Daily Driver, and Wild Card. They make up the rules as they go along, and along the way discuss local trivia about The Graduate; a two-tone requirement for Randy's future car collection; whether it's necessary to remember the names of one's offspring; dieting to fit in your diminutive daily driver; a little-known fact about the '67 Mustang; an episode-long argument [you're both right! -Ed.]; a heated debate about what constitutes a sports car [you're all right! -Ed.]; how said definition relates to the owner's heart health; and the undying question, "how wild is wild?" We want to know: What five cars are on your list? Why are our picks stupid? What did we forget about in our race to pick perfection? Let us know in the comments! Follow along! Links for the picks discussed in this episode: 2:35 Every 1967 car currently live, and ever listed, on BaT6:50 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ55 model page8:58 1967 International Harvester 1200B Travelette Pickup 4×410:35 Dodge Power Wagon model page12:40 1967 Oldsmobile Vista Cruisers on BaT13:48 1967 Volvo 122S Wagon 4-Speed14:58 Special-Order 1967 Ford Country Squire Wagon 428 4-Speed17:17 Modified 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia Super Biscione 2.0L17:34 1967 Honda CL77 Scrambler18:47 Honda S800s on BAT21:42 1967 Chevrolet Camaro24:29 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 Spider Veloce27:15 1967 Toyota 2000GT #127:25 1967 Toyota 2000GT #228:16 30k-Mile 1967 Honda S800 Coupe29:45 Mercedes-Benz W113 SL "Pagoda" model page30:12 1967 Porsche 911S on BaT32:28 1967 Porsche 91034:50 1967 Exemplar I Concept36:03 1967 Matra Jets on BaT36:54 Fiat Dino coupe model page37:50 1967 MGB GTs on BaT43:35 Every 1967 car currently live, and ever listed, on BaT: redux
Evolution, Radwood, and Questions of the Week
Alex and Beck talk about usernames versus real names; the benefits of slow evolution and low staff turnover; the downside of not seeing one's coworkers often; the community and variety that make a BaT Alumni Gathering magic (coming up in Pittsburgh and California!); the appropriate qualifications to pick the coolest Corvette; showering awards upon a rental Viper RT/10; Radwood over the years; calling every front-engine Porsche a 928 just to irk Beck; the various ways to repower a VW Type 2; Zora Arkus-Duntov; the struggle to not talk Porsches at every opportunity, reinforced once again shortly thereafter; favorite automotive tuners; the best-looking fastbacks; the most compelling color names; and the most desirable of history's automotive factories to go back in time and visit. The full episode is linked above—or you can listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Links for titles/listings discussed in this episode: 0:40 Lot 1: 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302 1:42 Beck's cheap 1974 BMW 2002tii 1:52 Lot #10,000: 1956 Porsche 356A Carrera GS Coupe 12:08 2018 BaT SoCal Alumni Gathering at the Petersen Museum 14:09 2024 BaT Alumni Gathering, August 3 at the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix 14:12 Registration is Open for the BaT Alumni Gathering, August 17, 2024 in Monterey 15:35 Event Coverage: Corvettes & C8 Reveal @ Petersen Breakfast Club Cruise-In 28:30 Chevrolet Engineering Research Vehicle (CERV) 40:00 1965-1966 Ford Mustang Fastback results 40:45 347-Powered 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302 4-Speed 41:30 BMW 02 Series Touring results 42:40 AC Aceca results 43:12 Aston Martin DB2/4 results Got questions for the BaT staff or suggestions for our next guest? Don’t hesitate to let us know! Write in to [email protected] and we’ll do our best to address them.
BaT in Europe, 10 Years of Auctions, Upcoming Events
Alex and Randy talk in depth about BaT's experience at our first European event, the Historic Grand Prix held at the world-famous Zandvoort F1 track; Dutch tow vehicles; historic racers vs. "historic" racers; the right-sized '64 Falcon in Europe; our excitement to roll out more Local Partners in the EU; reflecting on 10 years of BaT Auctions this month; a call for current information about Lot #1, Randy's old Boss 302; a mild dig at a certain brick-and-mortar auction house; BaT's long and varied history at Laguna Seca during Car Week; the upcoming BaT Alumni Gatherings at the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix on August 3 and the Monterey Historics on August 17; recent listings that have caught our eye; the modern practice of thumbing through a printed parts catalog on the way from the mailbox to the recycling bin; and, not unrelated, unsolicited thoughts on Summit Racing. Sign up to attend the upcoming PVGP Alumni Gathering on August 3 and the Monterey Alumni Gathering at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca on August 17! Links for other titles/listings discussed in this episode: 0:35 Historic Grand Prix 2024 website 0:49 Coverage from our first Appearance in Europe, June 21-23 1:00 ImageStreetClassics user profile 1:45 1965 De Tomaso Vallelunga / 1971 Iso Grifo Series II Targa 5-Speed / 1971 Bizzarrini 1900 GT Europa 6:30 Falcon on parade through the seaside town of Zandvoort 6:45 Grote Kerk, Haarlem 15:31 427-Powered 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Fastback 4-Speed 23:32 Reserve Not Met? Make a Final Offer! 27:06 Ardun-Ford-Powered 1951 Allard J2 32:15 Lot #1: 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302 38:15 BaT Exclusive: 1968 Porsche 911S Barn Find 39:26 Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix website 40:00 Our First PVGP Alumni Gathering in 2018 40:12 Scott_Ales user profile 45:45 MohrImports user profile 46:28 1968 Ford Mustang Fastback 4-Speed Bullitt Tribute 46:45 Summit Racing QuadraDeuce AWD ’32 Ford Roadster Highboy Got questions for the BaT staff or suggestions for our next guest? Don’t hesitate to let us know! Write in to [email protected] and we’ll do our best to address them.
Vic and Barbara Skirmants of 356 Enterprises
Alex and Randy sat down back in February with legends (there's really no other way to put it) of the vintage Porsche world, Vic and Barbara Skirmants of 356 Enterprises. They discussed the reasoning behind buying the same car three times, all for more money than the last; Vic starting out with a '58 coupe in 1963; getting into racing via flag duty at Waterford Hills in Michigan; "meeting" each other at Mid-Ohio in 1988; their mutual lengthy histories driving and crewing at races for decades; the 2022 repurchasing of Barbara's Sunbeam Tiger, first bought by her in 1969; matching owners with the long-lost original transmissions for their cars; the dying art of ring and pinion setup; sticking with what matters in listing photos and videos; the advantages of a country life with everything paid for; the highs and lows of paddock setup at the race track; two cents, or possibly more, about Rennsport; remaking vintage transaxle parts to keep special cars on the road; owning not one, but two Gmund coupes in the '70s, one of which was sold to Miles Collier; and Vic's early days as a refugee from World War II Latvia. Please excuse the audio quality in this episode; we experienced some technical difficulties which have since been resolved. Links for titles/listings discussed in this episode: 0:21 356 Enterprises website0:48 Vic Skirmants’ 1964 Porsche 356C Coupe, May 20184:26 Skirmants Racing history11:30 VicSkirmants and BarbaraSkirmants member pages13:20 1958 Porsche 356A T2 Cabriolet16:40 1965 Porsche 356SC Sunroof Coupe, the one Randy should have bought Got questions for the BaT staff or suggestions for our next guest? Don’t hesitate to let us know! Write in to [email protected] and we’ll do our best to address them.
Porsche Racers and Supercars, 1980s-Present
Alex and Beck devote an episode to Porsche tech and racing trickledown, talking about the upcoming 992.2 GTS hybrid; Lumbergh from Office Space vs. any Sheen; Beck's recent deep dive into the 911 GT1; theories around homologation shenanigans; the racing aspirations of the 959 and the cars that preceded it; fake first gear; fudging crash tests; reflecting on the Cayenne after 20+ years; the beginnings of the Carrera GT; the rise of the spec racer; wise words from Dan Gurney, probably; the electrified future of lower-rung Porsches; a snuck-in aviation reference or two; the incoming 992.2 GTS; some mild ribbing of option- and allotment-obsessed fanatics; overpacking a base-model Golf solely because of its air conditioning; and Alex's desire for a comically American luxo-barge in which to transport his loved ones to Palm Springs. Links for titles/listings discussed in this episode: 2:30 Porsche 911 GT14:50 Porsche 959 Literature7:35 Porsche 959 model page12:45 Porsche 996 Generation 911 model page15:20 Panoz LMP-1 Roadster-S16:05 Chevrolet Corvette C5-R16:25 Viper GTS-R 18:05 F.A.T. Ice Race20:50 Porsche 9R3 “LMP 2000”23:08 1988 Porsche 959 Komfort24:02 Porsche RS Spyder27:00 BaT Podcast Episode 76: Texas Legend: Jim Hall and his Chaparrals28:33 Porsche 918 Spyder model page30:07 GT4 e-Performance30:35 The 919 tribute on tour36:15 The 2025 Porsche 911 GTS Is a Hybrid, Though You'd Never Know: Car and Driver45:00 Cadillac Escalade T1XL (2021-) model page45:30 Ex–Steve McQueen 1970 Chevrolet K5 Blazer CST 4×4 Got questions for the BaT staff or suggestions for our next guest? Don’t hesitate to let us know! Write in to [email protected] and we’ll do our best to address them.
Texas Legend: Jim Hall and his Chaparrals
Alex has the pleasure of interviewing none other than legendary racing pioneer Jim Hall as a preface to his conversation with president of the Motorsports Hall of Fame George Levy, who has just released a fantastic biography of Hall. The trio talk about the tragedy that punctuated Hall's formative years in Colorado; Hall's first incognito race car experience at 19; going to work for Carroll Shelby right out of college; the Maserati Birdcage; the early Hall photography of Bob Jackson, who would shortly become famous for quite another photo; buying a $2,600 war surplus P-51D Mustang over the phone; crash landing said Mustang into a churchyard; the doctrine of "there's always a better way"; Levy's experience interviewing other greats like Stewart, Gurney, and Penske for the book; overcoming telemarketer stigma to get to the good stuff; the most surprising information uncovered during that extensive research; the six important elements of every F1 car that were all introduced by Hall in the '60s; a writing trial by fire at Autoweek; how to order the book; the Motorsports Hall of Fame in Daytona; the Lancia Stratos as the perfect car for the taller man; and the wonders of happenstance. Links for items discussed in this episode are below, including where to purchase Levy's new book in bold: 9:10 Bob Jackson11:20 Winner of the 1964 Pulitzer Prize for Photography19:40 George's first book, Can-Am 50th Anniversary: Flat Out with North America's Greatest Race Series 1966-74, with photographer Pete Biro22:03 Chaparral 2F28:58 Chaparral 2J "sucker car"38:22 Jim Clark at the Wheel with Graham Gauld42:37 Chaparral 2K46:33 Petroleum Museum in Midland, Texas47:00 Pasteiner's in Detroit, Michigan47:04 Autobooks-Aerobooks in Burbank, California47:10 The Motorsport Collector in Downers Grove, Illinois47:18 Texas Legend: Jim Hall and his Chaparrals on Amazon47:49 Motorsports Hall of Fame of America50:20 A 1974 Lancia Stratos HF Stradale on BaT in 2017 Got questions for the BaT staff or suggestions for our next guest? Don’t hesitate to let us know! Write to [email protected] and we’ll do our best to address them.
Photography 201 with Professor Beck
Alex and Beck (not actually a professor, but himself a former AP photojournalist) go deep into the field of photos on BaT, moving beyond the basics to cover the relationship between attention-getting shots and informational shots; videos as proof of life; parental nurse cosplay; the optimum "pull gear" for a driving video; asset versus opportunity; things to look out for when hiring a pro; experiential photos for mid-auction engagement; the most important aspects of shooting a BaT Alumni Gathering; the perils of attempting rolling shots; a digression into the venerable, quickly appreciating W124 Mercedes-Benz; the wisdom of the seller-provided PPI and the omission of sales fluff; BaT firsts, even after all this time; a major deficiency in Beck's automotive upbringing; the '70s European cars ripe for modification; and automotive camera brand equivalents. Links for titles/listings discussed in this episode: 2017 Toyota Corolla iM Formula Drift Car911r user pageTheImageEngine photographer pageProfessional Photos and Video with Bring a Trailer PlusHow to Take Great Photos of Your CarBeck's Cheap 2002tii in 20171960 Porsche 356B Super w/ GT Fuel TankAlfaEvan photographer pageBaT Alumni Gathering Coverage on BaT and on YouTubeThe Local Partners Treatment: Selling Randy’s Lancia Delta Integrale on BaTmojocoggo photographer page2.4L Polo-Powered 1960 Porsche 356B Coupe Emory OutlawSingle-Family-Owned 1984 Audi Sport QuattroABPhoto photographer pageTrust-in-the-Machine photographer pageTed7 photographer pageDSFM2005 user page1600veloce user pageBeck's 1988 Mercedes-Benz 300E 5-Speed8,400-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz E300 Diesel and 10k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz E300 DieselKarissalynne photographer pagerosskykerphoto photographer pageFerrari F40 model page10,764-Piece Collection of Porsche Brochures and Literature and Collection of Porsche Dealer Literature, Manuals, and Spare Parts CatalogsRupp model page1965 Rupp Dart KartHonda Z50s on BaT1975 Honda Z50A Mini TrailQuestion of the Week: What Topics or Guests Would You Like to Hear on the BaT Podcast?1968 Porsche 912 Emory Outlaw Race CarBay Area 02 Swap and Show 24BaT Podcast Episode 73: Hannah Elliott of Bloomberg Got questions for the BaT staff or suggestions for our next guest? Don’t hesitate to let us know! Write in to [email protected] and we’ll do our best to address them.
Recent Moto Highlights
Alex and Tyler regroup to review the 24th running of Riding into History in St. Augustine, Florida, and to explore the mysteries of the Ariel Square Four; highlights from this year's BaT Moto gathering at the Quail; the positive demeanor of the average motorcyclist facing hardship; the reciprocity of having fun; manifesting Tyler's dream bike; and the glut of cool motorcycles recently closed on BaT. Links for titles/listings discussed in this episode: BaT Podcast Episode 67: The Davidlee8 InterviewEvent Coverage: 24th Annual Riding into History Motorcycle Concours d’EleganceHonda CT70s on BaTAriel Square Fours on BaT1994 BMW K75RT Police For CharityK9s For WarriorsEvent Coverage: 2024 BaT Moto Gathering, May 4 at The Quail1972 BMW R50/5Suzuki Hayabusas on BaTSuzuki GSX-Rs on BaT0-Mile 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa1975 MV Agusta 750S AmericaMV Agusta model pageKawasaki H2 750-Powered QuadF5tigerIV user profile1930 Indian Four1-Mile 2000 Ducati 996SPS1996 Ducati 916 SPa Got questions for the BaT staff or suggestions for our next guest? Don’t hesitate to let us know! Write in to [email protected] and we’ll do our best to address them.
Hannah Elliott of Bloomberg
Randy and automotive journalist Hannah Elliott of Bloomberg attempt to see if lightning can strike twice! Their talk includes slow revelations about doing what comes naturally; the beginnings of her journalistic career; the advantages of coming onto a new beat as a total novice; avoiding your car being the most interesting thing about you; what the term "car guy" really means (hint: nothing); the importance of not boring oneself; the ongoing saga of modern F1; Hannah's own Bloomberg podcast, Hot Pursuit!; Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este and FuoriConcorso as a double header; touring the old test track atop Lingotto, the former Fiat factory, in Turin; the shocking lack of respect generated by a powder blue C3 in LA; and being in the market for a Rolls-Royce Camargue. Links for titles/listings discussed in this episode: Hannah's articles on BloombergFormula 1 Seeks More Money From Monaco on Eve of Grand Prix (paywall)Bloomberg Hot Pursuit!Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'EsteFuoriConcorso1967 Serenissima AgenaRolls-Royce 40/50 Phantom II ContinentalFiat Lingotto Factory & Test TrackRolls-Royce Camargue on BaT
Too Much Van Halen
Alex brings the whole crew in to give an overview of the Overcrest Redux rally in Utah and talk about a brief stop at a post-apocalyptic gas station; a religious experience with a '69 Road Runner; revelations on the Loneliest Road; driving the wide-open spaces of the desert West; a forced-induction rendezvous; single-day mileage records; our upcoming Meet-Up at LeMay - America's Car Museum in Tacoma, WA; our first event in Europe at the Historic Grand Prix in at Zandvoort in the Netherlands; the need to freshen the fleet; the unsung heroism of the Nissan Xterra; absolutely no discussion of at what age a car becomes vintage; mild offroading in a Ferrari; Questions of the Week; and Randy, mostly right as usual. <span data-mce-type="bookmark" style="display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;" class="mce_SELRES_start"> </span><span data-mce-type="bookmark" style="display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;" class="mce_SELRES_start"> </span><span data-mce-type="bookmark" style="display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;" class="mce_SELRES_start"> </span> The full episode is linked above, or you can listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Links for titles/listings discussed in this episode: 1983 Mercedes-Benz 300D Turbo5k-Mile 2003 Hyundai Elantra GT Hatchback 5-SpeedFather’s Day BaT Meet-Up! June 16th at LeMay America’s Car Museum in Tacoma, WAJoin BaT at the Zandvoort Historic Grand Prix!Randy’s 1991 Lancia Delta Integrale Evo 1 for CharityThe Local Partners Treatment: Selling Randy’s Lancia Delta Integrale on BaTXterra listings and usernamesJeep Wrangler Islanders on BaT1986 Alfa Romeo 75 TurboOne Family Since New 1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Honda ATCs on BaT Got questions for the BaT staff or suggestions for our next guest? Don’t hesitate to let us know! Write in to [email protected] and we’ll do our best to address them.
Story Time with Bill Noon
Alex interviews community favorite Bill Noon of @Bill_Noon and @Symbolic_International on issues as wide-ranging as tractor envy; American Graffiti as a formative experience; seeing the world via Greek freighter; seeing the Persian Gulf via leaky US Navy minesweepers armed with boarding cutlasses; getting Tom Sawyered into flying a P-3 Orion on leave; visiting the shell of a Ferrari dealership in a Kuwaiti war zone; becoming serious about cars with a string of Ferraris; getting into vintage racing with help from the casual generosity of very wealthy clients, leading to a dizzying array of special on-track experiences; trading a Le Mans-winning 962 straight across for a 250 Testa Rossa; Symbolic International's time as the Noah's Ark of collectible car dealerships; getting the BaT celebrity treatment while doing photo shoots off the beaten path; the wisdom of prepaid parking tickets at Monterey; learning from one's mistakes; imperfections as the key to success; how to handle arguments in the comments; and the hidden bargains still to be had on BaT. Links for titles/listings discussed in this episode: No Reserve: 1941 Ford 9N TractorBronze 1953 Ferrari 375 MM “Fast Company” Sculpture by Stanley Wanlass1968 Volkswagen Type 2 Doka Four-Door ProjectDowntown Monterey Find: 1966 Iso Grifo1984 Porsche 911 SC/RSProteus Jaguar C-Type Re-Creation1965 Jaguar XKE Series I 4.2 RoadsterRoW 1998 Porsche 993 Turbo XLCCollection of TimersPersonalized Autohaus Porsche Parts CollectionFiat 508 C Parts Collection Got questions for the BaT staff or suggestions for our next guest? Don’t hesitate to let us know! Write in to [email protected] and we’ll do our best to address them.
Cars to Experience Before Kicking the Bucket
Alex sits down with Randy, Zac, and Howard to discuss cars they need to see (or see again) before their inevitable (but let us hope distant) demise; registration slips as keepsakes; makes or models that they've never managed to put eyes on; a theoretical invite to use an Amphicar for its intended purpose; the abandoned cars of Dubai and Detroit; breathtaking finds in museums; the likelihood of the Sultan of Brunei and Sergio Perez being BaT Podcast listeners; dirt track dreams; when it's better to drive than to own; anticipation for the upcoming F1 season, starting with podium position 2; defunct American street circuits; the innate luxury of a '32 Ford hot rod; one (1) dad joke; strong opinions on the XJ220; and the humdrum inanity of driving a borrowed 250 SWB as a teenager. Links for titles/listings discussed in this episode: 4-Speed Transaxle from James Dean’s 1955 Porsche 550 Spyder2019 BaT Alumni Gathering – Sonoma Speed FestivalRolling Bones ’32 Ford 5-Window Highboy5k-Mile 1994 Jaguar XJ220 Got questions for the BaT staff or suggestions for our next guest? Don’t hesitate to let us know! Write in to [email protected] and we’ll do our best to address them.
White Glove and Collection Sales
Alex brings on special guest Beck Diefenbach, manager of the BaT White Glove team, to discuss clandestine BaT operations; the differences between White Glove and Premium listings, as well as the differences between WG and other paths to auction; the singular experience of hitting a San Francisco pothole full-bore in a 911 SC Targa; high-end sellers and buyers who are shocked at the low fee structures at BaT versus what they might be used to; various collection highlights in BaT history; the merits of the early impact-bumper 911; dangerous words about the Fox-body Mustang and the SN95 that followed; the terrible greatness of Alex's Thunderbird Turbo Coupe; the curious spec of the final air-cooled Porsche sent to the US market, produced for one Jerry Seinfeld; and training oneself to shut up in the service of one's professional growth.
Our Far-Ranging Travels
Randy, Alex, Zac, and Howard discuss the undying popularity of the Lexus LFA and various Heritage Edition Ford GTs; Randy's experience at Tour Auto in Paris and the resulting aspirations for next year; Zac's recent adventures piloting hot kei cars in Japan, where the rain is slipperier than US rain and the car scene is otherworldly; hard-hitting questions about the JDM snack scene; the mysterious Edelbrock/Weber carburetor; Howard on seeing new parts of California in air-conditioned comfort on the 2024 Cal Mille, and the appropriate amount of prep time for an Alfa 1900 destined for such an event; opinion-gathering on the modern 935; the extensive requirements and eye-watering labor bill for an alignment on a 996 GT3 Cup car as compared to the street version; the endless, colorful expanse of Luft Air|Water, including a curious proliferation of pink; devising a new PTS-D color class for future Porsche shows; the sudden appearance of a Vector in its natural habitat; and the art of fending off chummy reserve inquiries.
The Davidlee8 Interview
In this episode, Tyler talks with country rock guitarist, vintage BMW aficionado, and frequent motorcycle seller David Lee, who has made quite a name for himself on BaT as he approaches 50 sales. They cover early parental concerns about motorcycle riding; obsessive tendencies; the power of the no-reserve auction format; a red door as branding; building community by selling from the heart; the upcoming Quail Motorcycle Gathering long-distance rides on old bikes; a near miss on the Autostrada and the life-changing insanity of riding in Italy; the endless wonders of the western USA, especially when experienced on a BMW GS; how to achieve success as a beginner on BaT; therapy through working on bikes; and the origins of the infamous “riding gloves.”
Cam Ingram of Road Scholars
Alex talks with Road Scholars founder and CEO Cam Ingram about the first 356 and 550 Spyder that made him fall in love with cars and Porsches as an art student in the '90s; sweeping floors at a local shop, as every good automotive career begins with; getting laid out on the floor by an angry painter; the evolution of the shop industry; the ultimate sexiness of the four-cam Fuhrmann motor; which "plastic Porsche" is the best; bringing new and younger interest to the brand; a recently discovered passion for the Dodge Demon; the necessity of trading in boats, houses, and helicopters to get to the good cars; daily driving an E36 M3; whether German cars should come in any color aside from white; the sublimity of the modern 935; various forms of anatomy on display at the Indy 500 infield; the requisite salty old Brit in the shop; the imminent future of Road Scholars, including training the next generation of automotive craftspeople; restoring the 94th Porsche ever built, for Miles Collier; and highlights of the family collection, including their award-winning 1961 356B Carrera Abarth GTL and a host of other highly notable P-cars. Links for titles/listings discussed in this episode: Roadscholars1 user page1967 Porsche 910BaT Auctions Presents: “Gruppe P” from Road Scholars and Bond Group2009 Foose Coupe7k-Mile 1975 Triumph TR6Porsche 935 (2019)1961 Porsche 356B Carrera Abarth GTLFiminod user page1960 Porsche 356B Super 90 GT Coupe Got questions for the BaT staff or suggestions for our next guest? Don’t hesitate to let us know! Write in to [email protected] and we’ll do our best to address them.
BaT Staff on Recent Events, Automobilia, and QoTW
In this episode, Alex and Howard (newly returned to the West Coast) talk about last weekend's Alumni Gathering in Scottsdale, Arizona; the upcoming California Mille; "racing budget dysmorphia"; the wide array of parts, memorabilia, artwork, and even furniture now available on BaT; current listings catching their eye; the BaT community's ability to discern between good, great, and exceptional; getting some color into your life via car collecting; forced learning about mid-'70s land yachts; an admission of QotW-related guilt; driving cross-country on a borrowed Hudson key; true automotive comfort versus simply not being crippled at the end of a long drive; the scariest corners, both real and digital; and mechanical insubordination.
The 1600veloce Interview
At long last, Randy sits down with Anthony Serra—the driving force, along with his superstar team, of the highest-volume seller on BaT with nearly 1,400 listings and counting. They discuss Anthony's lifetime in the car business, from the family trade in '80s gray-market imports to a racing career to his first BaT listing and beyond; the importance of putting systems in place to operate at scale; focusing on the long view rather than a single sale price; how detailed photos can make a sale; becoming known as a purveyor of the Ferrari BB; inducing happy tears in the first winner of such a car; the rise of the 1989 Porsche 911 Speedster; falling into the role of Local Partner to the world; maintaining a well-deserved reputation as an engaged and high-touch seller; the additive nature of every comment on BaT, even the negative ones; specializing in "dog cars" and dearly departed longroofs; cars that "flunk the shop"; how COVID changed the business forever; achieving success by surrounding oneself with passionate enthusiasts, dedicated friends, and the worldwide BaT community; and how that community may soon get to experience Smell-O-Vision, 1600Veloce style. Be on the lookout for an official announcement about our 2024 New York-area Alumni Gathering with 1600veloce! It's going to be a blast, and we'll publish details as soon as we can.
Spring Plans Aplenty
Alex and Zac discuss the highs and lows inherent of owning a fleet of first-world problems; shaming one's old supercar with one's FWD daily driver; sharing Laguna Seca with a Cybertruck; finding an age-appropriate classic; building the ultimate 356 in your head; what makes vintage vintage; Slantnose pros and cons; NSX desires, and preparing one for the long haul to the upcoming Overcrest Redux rally in May; Alex's first trip to the Indy 500; Zac's second trip to Japan, this time to partake in a Kei car rally; and Luftgekühlt Air|Water as an introductory car show.
Ken Lingenfelter's Corvettes, Ferraris, and Wide-Ranging BaT Watchlist
In this episode, Ken Lingengelter talks with Alex about his first career in title insurance; getting arrested for driving a Chevy in Dearborn; his lifelong love affair with the Corvette; taking on the Lingenfelter mantle from the late John, and the company's subsequent expansion; the Lingenfelter Collection's array of charitable endeavors; beating the Blue Angels to 60 in a C5 Corvette; the perils of a broad set of automotive interests; the perils and joys of being in the "Ferrari Club"; being married to an autocross monster; the legacy of Shirley Muldowney; a Chevette that gets all the attention; electric crate motors for muscle cars; the pleasures of the car-person community; and glowing praise for the C8 Corvette in all forms, not least his company's new 710-horsepower supercharged version.
Events, Favorite Listings, and Verified Checkout
Alex and Randy talk about our recent Meet-Up event on Saturday, March 16, in Encinitas, California; evading Ospreys while humming Kenny Loggins at Miramar; a plug for Randy's upcoming appearance on Spike's Car Radio; getting the good cars out of mothballs for the spring; correct California license plate colors; what they've got their eyes on in a time of record-breaking volume on BaT; imagining a Christmas morning present delivered via flatbed and forklift; divine intentions regarding 1960s headlights; the allure of driving a loud car slow; chain-drive gaskets as nightmare fuel; the recent glut of interesting Fairlanes on BaT; and how a V8 makes everything better on the Copperstate Rally. Also, they give an overview and discuss the benefits of BaT's new Verified Checkout service, which is rolling out this week!
Colin Comer
In this episode, Randy and Alex sit down with Shelby expert, restorer, journalist, author, and frequent BaT seller Colin Comer. The talk about his path from his first MGB GT into the world of bargain Ferraris on his ultimate path to Shelby collection and expertise; a (literal) run-in with the law as a teenager in a rusty GTV; his hot take on the Cobra Daytona Coupe versus a plain-Jane roadster; sharing a Lister Knobbly with Sam Smith for a thousand miles; telling Keith Martin to stick to sports cars; the pitfalls and history-preserving rewards of being talked into book authorship while driving a 427 Cobra in the snow; buying "plenty" of Bugeye Sprites on the advice of Peter Egan; and important things scrawled on bathroom walls. Links for items discussed in this episode: CC350 BaT Member ProfileTom Cotter's Cobra StoryBaT Exclusive: The Pastor's Bugeye SpriteColin Comer's books available for purchaseThe Comer CollectionColin's Classic Auto Got questions for the BaT staff or suggestions for our next guest? Don’t hesitate to let us know! Write in to [email protected] and we’ll do our best to address them.
Motorcycles at BaT
Sit down with Alex and get to know Tyler Greenblatt, BaT's resident motorcycle guru and just an all-around charming individual. The two talk about Ducatis, Harleys, Vincents, Hondas, and a number of other lovely or oddball bikes; the great time we had at the 2023 Quail Motorcycle Gathering, and every BaT Alumni Gathering; several "lightning round" questions of the slow lightning variety; and many, many tangents. We aim to feature more staff appearances on the podcast to go along with the roundtables and interviews you already know and love, and we have some notable motorcycle industry guests coming up on our roster who we are very excited about.
Peter Egan on His Career at Large
Here he is, folks—the one-and-only, the legendary, the beloved Peter Egan. He of Side Glances in Road & Track, of countless harebrained but inspirational road trips, of mock road tests, and so much more. This is the man so many of us at BaT and beyond like to think we've fashioned ourselves after; a modest and humble writer who, perhaps unknowingly, has played a formative role in our addictions to the great machinery of the world, the call of the open road, and the treasures to be found when they are combined. Peter sits down with Alex in his erstwhile stomping grounds of coastal Orange County, California, to discuss his career and the cars, bikes, planes, people, and places he formed it around. They cover his entry into journalism via Cycle World; the power of an interesting car (or a Piper Cub) to make friends out of strangers in faraway lands; the social advantage of touring in someone else's Ferrari; a memorable show with Chuck Berry and Billy Peek; catching a glimpse of the Old Man at Fiorano; the art of (somewhat) feigning ignorance; getting locked into the Morgan factory at Malvern, England; sharing the last Everest flight of the season with a lone co-passenger who happens to be Neil Sedaka; whether Egan's next project will be a 76-year-old British sports car or a 27-year-old Italian superbike; and how Barb stuck with him come fire and come rain (yes, Barb really is that great).