"Inside Classic Cars" archive
Show #68 (August 14, 2011)
It’s more from Monterey this week as Chris Bock, chief judge of the Pebble Beach Concours, talks about what to expect this year. In addition, Garth Hammers, of Gooding & Co., and Dave Kinney, of Hagerty Price Guide, preview 2011 Monterey auctions.
Show #67 (August 7, 2011)
In this Monterey preview edition of Inside Classic Cars, elite detailer Tim McNair gives concours prep tips, and Mecum’s Sam Murtaugh and Russo and Steele’s Drew Alcazar discuss some of the lots that will be up for auction.
Show #66 (July 31, 2011)
In this "Best Of" edition of Inside Classic Cars, Hagerty's Rob Sass and Dave Kinney report from the 2011 All British Field Meet in Vancouver. In addition, Tom Christmann, of Mecum, and Donnie Gould, of Auctions America, report on spring auction action.
Show #65 (July 24, 2011)
In this "Best Of" edition of Inside Classic Cars, Hagerty's Rob Sass and Dave Kinney report from the 2011 All British Field Meet in Vancouver. In addition, Tom Christmann, of Mecum, and Donnie Gould, of Auctions America, report on spring auction action.
Show #64 (July 17, 2011)
William Jeanes, former editor in chief of Car and Driver, tells Bob about his article celebrating America’s 125-year-old love affair with cars. Ken Latka, president of the TV and Motion Picture Car Club, discusses some of the cars made famous on the silver screen.
Show #63 (July 10, 2011)
Gordon McCall, of Bohham’s Global Motor Cars, discusses the upcoming Pebble Beach Concours, and Bob Sellers of Reliable Carriers talks about transporting cars for the event. Also, Dave Kinney, of Hagerty Price Guide, provides an update on the collector car market.
Show #62 (July 3, 2011)
Peter Crespin, of the Writers Bureau, reports live from the 2011 Goodwood Revival in the UK. In a “Tim’s Prep School” segment, elite detailer Tim McNair provides summer weather detailing tips. Bob’s also joined by Hagerty Price Guide’s Dave Kinney and Wayne Carini, host of “Chasing Classic Cars,” who discusses the Hagerty Driving Experience.
Show #61 (June 26, 2011)
In this edition of Inside Classic Cars, Dave Kinney of Hagerty Price Guide reports live from the 2011 Bloomington Gold Car Show, and author and automotive journalist Peter Crespin reports from the 2011 Goodwood Revival. Bob is also joined by Mecum’s Sam Murtaugh, who discusses Bloomington results, and Reliable Carriers General Manager Bob Sellers.
Show #60 (June 19, 2011)
Author and automotive journalist Matt Stone joins Bob to discuss his book, “My First Car … Recollections of First Cars from Jay Leno, Tony Stewart, Carroll Shelby, Dan Aykroyd, Tom Wolfe, and many more.” In addition, Jonathan Klinger provides a “365 Days of A” update, and Mike Yager, president of Mid-America Motor Works, talks about Corvette Funfest 2011.
Show #59 (June 12, 2011)
Bob is joined by Cris Vanderburg, who talks about Hagerty’s Amphicar entry in the 2011 Great Race. Also, author Randy Leffingwell discusses his upcoming book about Porsche’s racing history, and Dave Kinney, of Hagerty Price Guide, gives an auction and collector car market update.
Show #58 (June 5, 2011)
Scot Keller, of the LeMay Museum, tells Bob what’s new at the museum. In addition, Hagerty Price Guide’s Dave Kinney recaps the 2011 Greenwich Concours, Bloomington Gold founder David Burroughs previews this year’s event, and Operations Manager Phil Neff discusses the Elegance at Hershey.
Show #57 (May 29, 2011)
In an hour dedicated to Chevrolet’s 100th anniversary, Bob is joined by Larry Edsall and Robert Genat, authors and automotive historians, and Hagerty Price Guide Publisher Dave Kinney.
Show #56 (May 22, 2011)
Dave Kinney, of Hagerty Price Guide, and Hagerty’s Rob Sass check in from the 2011 All British Field Meet in Vancouver, British Columbia. Also, Mecum’s Tom Christmann and Auctions America’s Donnie Gould recap recent sales.
Show #55 (May 15, 2011)
Tom Christmann, of Mecum Auctions, talks about interesting cars for sale at Mecum’s Spring Classic Sale, while Hagerty's Jonathan Klinger talks about 365 Days of A and Hagerty’s Youth Reporter Contest. Also, Mark Knass gives the lowdown on an eBay auction featuring a ’29 Pierce Arrow owned by Charlie Chaplin, and Dave Kinney, of Hagerty Price Guide, provides an update on a busy week in the auction world.
Show #54 (May 8, 2011)
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the iconic Jaguar E-Type, Bob is joined by Mike Cook, former Jaguar public relations director and editor of Jaguar Journal; Peter Crespin, E-Type author and expert; Tim McNair, elite detailer; and Dave Kinney, publisher of Hagerty Price Guide.
Show #53 (May 1, 2011)
Hagerty magazine Associate Publisher Jonathan Stein discusses his adventures driving a Lotus Esprit from Pennsylvania to St. Louis, and Hagerty’s Jonathan Klein marks day 200 of his 365 Days of A project. In interviews recorded at the New York International Auto Show, Bob talks with Burt Richmond, of the LeMay Museum, and Dave Kinney, of Hagerty Price Guide.
Show #52 (April 24, 2011)
Bob spends the hour talking with Ken Gross, legendary automotive journalist for Playboy, the Robb Report and Hemisphere, and author of “Art of the Hot Rod.”
Show #51 (April 17, 2011)
Bob talks with Carmel Roberts, director of government relations for the Historic Vehicle Association, about a proposed 400 percent tax increase for Connecticut antique car owners. Hagerty Price Guide Publisher Dave Kinney fields listeners’ valuation questions. Also, Andy Reid, senior editor of Grassroots Motorsports and Classic Motorsports magazines, discusses the historic race car market.
Show #50 (April 10, 2011)
Company President Richard Sevenoaks gives results from Leake Auction’s third-annual San Antonio sale, including a barn-find 1966 GT350 Shelby H car. Also, Hagerty Price Guide Publisher Dave Kinney discusses Barrett-Jackson’s Palm Beach auction, and youth advocacy coordinator Tabetha Salsbury outlines Hagerty’s youth outreach efforts.
Show #49 (April 3, 2011)
Joe Bortz discusses his extensive collection of concept cars, and Alan Taylor joins Bob live from the La Jolla Motor Car Classic. Also, Jonathan Klinger provides an update on his 365 Days of A project.
Show #48 (March 27, 2011)
Automotive historian and author Joseph Cabadas discusses the 1940 Ford, and Marketing Manager Tom Christman talks with Bob about Mecum’s unusual Gone Farming tractor auction. Also, Dave Kinney, publisher of Hagerty Price Guide, details the E-Type Experience in Richmond, Va.
Show #47 (March 20, 2011)
Broadcasting live from the Amelia Island Concours in Florida, Bob is joined by Dave Engleman, of Porsche. Also, Mike Yager, President and CEO of Mid America Motor Works, highlights some of his favorite vehicles at the concours, and Hagerty’s Dave Kinney and Rob Sass discuss noteworthy auction sales.
Show #46 (March 13, 2011)
This week’s show features the best of Inside Classic Cars. Drew Alcazar, of Russo and Steele Collector Automobile Auctions, spotlights vehicles auctioned at Scottsdale. Richard Griot, president and owner of Griot’s Garage, highlights unique products. And from the Detroit Auto Show, Hagerty CEO McKeel Hagerty discusses PR Director Jonathan Klinger’s “365 Days of A” project.
Show #43 (February 20, 2011)
Hagerty’s Abe Barnett reports live from the Autorama in Milwakee, Wis. Garth Hammer, of Gooding & Company, and Mike Fairbairn, of RM Auctions, highlight vehicles slated for auction at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance. Also, Rick Schmidt discusses the products and services provided by the National Parts Depot.
Show #42 (February 13, 2011)
Bill Warner, founder and chairman of the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance, provides a preview of the show. Jonathan Klinger, director of public relations for Hagerty, and Brian Martin, director of automotive restoration at McPherson College, weigh in on the Benz Patent Motorwagen experience and the vehicle’s 125th birthday. Klinger also discusses his “365 Days of A” project, and Dave Kinney, publisher of Hagerty’s Cars That Matter, talks about his visit to Retromobile in Paris and recent auctions around the globe.
Show #41 (February 6, 2011)
This week’s show features the best of Inside Classic Cars. Collector extraordinaire Joe Bortz joins Bob Long to talk about his experiences in the hobby and highlight some of the concept cars in his collection. Also, Phil Skinner, collector car market editor for Kelley Blue Book, discusses one of the most significant years to date for collector car auctions.
Show #40 (January 30, 2011)
President and owner of Griot’s Garage, Richard Griot, discusses the Griot’s-sponsored Tim McNair detailing seminar held at Scottsdale and recommends some of his favorite products. Also, Bob Sellers, of Reliable Carriers, talks about transporting your classic safely, and valuation expert Dave Kinney, Hagerty Price Guide, recaps the auctions at Scottsdale.
Show #39 (January 23, 2011)
Bob Long broadcasts live from Scottsdale, Ariz., where he's joined by Pat Hozza, motorsports specialist and curator of the Penske Racing Museum. The museum hosted the Hagerty Global Auction Summit on Jan. 20, which brought together representatives from the major auction houses.
Show #38 (January 16, 2011)
Drew Alcazar offers a preview of what's coming at his Russo and Steele auction next week in Scottsdale. Bob Long also talks with McKeel Hagerty and Jonathan Klinger, who brought his Model A Ford to the Detroit Auto Show and parked it next to all the new models on display.
Show #37 (January 9, 2011)
Broadcasting from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas -- where there's plenty to see for car guys and gals. Bob is joined by Lyn St. James, legendary race car driver and the first woman to win the Indy 500 Rookie of the Year award. She's participating in the Wheels of Wellness event, scheduled for January 16 in Arizona. Also, Alan Squindo, of RM Auctions, Dave Kinney, publisher of Hagerty's Cars That Matter, preview the upcoming auctions in Scottsdale.
Show #36 (January 2, 2011)
The entire hour is devoted to an interview with David E. Davis, considered by many as the dean of all North American automotive journalists. He's done just about everything, from working on an assembly line, to racing cars, to launching magazines. Now he's back at "Car and Driver." Bob Long sits down with the icon as he recounts his long and amazing career.
Show #35 (December 26, 2010)
Bob Long talks with Tom Cotter, author of numerous books and co-chairman of the Amelia Island Concours; and Dave Kinney of Hagerty's Cars That Matter previews the cars crossing the block this January in Scottsdale.
Show #34 (December 19, 2010)
It's all about the Porsche 917 this week. The car, now celebrating a big anniversary, is acclaimed as the greatest racing car of all time. A jury at LeMans even declared it the car of the century in 2000. Bob Long is joined by Bill Warner, founder of Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance, where a great collection of 917s were on display last spring. Also, author Randy Leffingwell, author of a book out about Porsche's 60 years, joins Bob with his thoughts on the iconic car. Matt Stone, editor of Motor Trend Classic, and Hagerty's Rob Sass also chime in with their own thoughts about the Beautiful Beast.
Show #33 (December 12, 2010)
Bob Long is joined by Joe Bortz, the renowned collector of concept vehicles. Phil Skinner, collector car market editor for Kelley Blue Book, also gives a wrap up of 2010 and a look ahead to 2011 in the collector car hobby.
Show #32 (December 5, 2010)
Colin Comer, author of "Million Dollar Muscle Cars" and "The Complete Book of Shelby," discusses how to get started in muscle and classic car restoration; Jonathan Klinger gives an update about his 1,000 mile Thanksgiving trip in his 1930 Model A.
Show #31 (November 28, 2010)
Tim McNair offers some tips on putting your car away for the winter, and Dave Kinney takes calls on the latest in auction news and car values.
Show #30 (November 21, 2010)
Inside Classic Cars brings you complete coverage of the LA Auto Show as Bob Long talks with: McKeel Hagerty about the importance of the show and the location, a mecca for car guys and girls; and Matt Stone, editor of Motor Trend Classic, about some gift ideas for the holidays.
Show #29 (November 14, 2010)
It's the 60th anniversary of Porsche in the U.S. and Bob Long talks with a company representative about the ongoing celebrations; Dr. Frederick Simeone discusses the esteemed Simeone Museum, the related foundation, and the amazing collection; Corky Coker, of Coker Tire, talks about providing vintage tires for classic cars and his recent acquisition of The Great Race; and Dave Kinney, of Hagerty's Cars That Matter, offers the latest auction news, including results from RM's sale of Milton Robson's collection.
Show #28 (November 7, 2010)
Bob Long brings extensive coverage from SEMA show in Las Vegas with interviews with noted automotive journalist Ken Gross, Grassroots Motorsports editor Andy Reid, and Roger Falcione of ClassicCars.com. Hagerty's own Jonathan Klinger also gives an update on the ongoing "365 Days of A" project.
Show #27 (October 31, 2010)
Jonathan Klinger is back to talk about his adventures driving a 1930 Model A for an entire year in northern Michigan; Dave Kinney weighs in with the latest news from the auction front; and Bob Long chats with David Madeira, of the LeMay Museum.
Show #26 (October 24, 2010)
Matt Stone, MotorTrend senior editor and author of "McQueen's Machines," talks about the Hollywood icon with Bob Long; Bob McDorman discusses Mecum's upcoming auction of close to 150 cars of his collection; Alan Squindo chats with Bob about RM's "Automobiles of London" sale, featuring the famous '64 Aston Martin DB5 of James Bond fame.
Show #25 (October 17, 2010)
Bob Long opens up the barn to talk about barn finds with Tom Cotter, author of four different books on that topic. Also, Jonathan Klinger talks about a new project at Hagerty -- 365 Days of A -- where he'll use a 1930 Model A as his daily driver for the next year.
Show #24 (October 10, 2010)
King of the Kustomizers George Barris talks about his career and some of the famous cars he's sold at auction; Tom Christmann gives a preview of Mecum's upcoming Kansas City auction; Dave Kinney discusses the prices at auction for concept cars and unusual movie cars.
Show #23 (October 3, 2010)
Rolls Royce and Bentley Owners Club president discusses the 2010 Atlantic Concours and NY fall tour; RM previews its upcoming Hershey auction; Tim McNair gives some tips on preparing for rainy weather; Randy Leffingwell talks about his latest book, "Legendary Corvettes"; and Dave Kinney talks about everything going on in the concours and auction world.
Show #22 (September 19, 2010)
Dave Kinney discusses recent auction updates and recaps; a representative from RM talks about its upcoming sale in Hershey, Penn.; Tom Christman gives a live update from Mecum Auctions' sale in St. Charles, Ill.
Show #21 (September 12, 2010)
Bob Long talks with a representative from the National Corvette Museum, and interviews Randy Leffingwell, author of the new book "Legendary Corvettes: Vettes Made Famous on Track and Screen." Wayne Carini, of "Chasing Classic Cars," reports from the Fairfield Concours d'Elegance, along with noted valuation expert Dave Kinney.
Show #20 (September 5, 2010)
Phil Skinner, collector car market editor for Kelley Blue Book, reports from a fantastic weekend of car auctions in Auburn, Indiana. Bob Long sits down with Robert Pass, president of the Auburn, Cord, Duesenberg Museum and founder of Passport Transport. Neil Pitt, the new owner of the transport company, also joins the discussion.
Show #19 (August 30, 2010)
Rob Myers talks about RM's upcoming inaugural auction in Auburn, Ind.; Dave Kinney discusses car values and Monterey auctions with Rick Carrey of Sports Car Digest; Wayne Carini talks about 'Chasing Classic Cars.'
Show #18 (August 22, 2010)
Dave Kinney discusses the results from the various auctions last week in Monterey; Robert Pass talks about the Duesenberg Festival in Auburn, Indiana; Worldwide Auctioneers discusses its upcoming Indiana sale; and Jonathan Klinger takes listeners car restoration questions.
Show #17 (August 15, 2010)
Live from the 60th Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, with event coverage, exclusive interviews and all the excitement from Monterey: Dave Kunz, of KABC in Los Angeles, talks about the Historic Vehicle Association; Ian Kelleher discusses some of the cars RM's Restoration Shop has on the field; and more.
Show #16 (August 8, 2010)
The Concours d'Lemons, featuring everything awful about the automotive world, offers a break from Pebble Beach perfection; Jay Lamm discusses the 24 Hours of Lemons, an endurance circuit for cars worth $500 or less; world-record-holder Irv Gordon has 2.8 million miles on his Volvo, with plans for more; and a representative from Mecum Auctions talks about the cars scheduled to cross the block this week in California.
Show #15 (August 1, 2010)
Wayne Carini, of the popular show "Chasing Classic Cars" on Discovery HD Theater, talks about finding, buying and selling some of the world's most interesting cars; noted author and expert Colin Comer talks with Bob Long about some affordable muscle cars; Dave Kinney has the cars to watch this month in Monterey; and Jonathan Klinger takes restoration questions from callers.
Show #14 (July 25, 2010)
Detailing expert Tim McNair will be sharing his tips and tricks for car detailing at a seminar during Monterey car week next month; Donald Osborne previews the Fairfield County Concours d'Elegance in Connecticut; Rob Sass discusses the 60th anniversary of Porsche in the U.S.; and Bob Sellers, of Reliable Carriers, talks about how to transport your classic vehicle.
Show #13 (July 18, 2010)
RM's Ian Kelleher returns to talk about the auction house's upcoming Meadow Brook sale in Michigan; Bob Long Interviews with Tom Cotter, author of the "In the Barn" book series on fascinating barn finds around the world; Dave Kinney discusses some recent barn find sales; and Tim McNair offers some inside tips for detailing your car.
Show #12 (July 11, 2010)
Bob Long talks with tractor expert Paul Stebleton about the Historic Farm Days event; and Jonathan Klinger returns to take questions from listeners about classic car restoration.
Show #11 (July 4, 2010)
It's a special Fourth of July edition of Hagerty's Inside Classic Cars: Bob Long talks with Bob DeKorne about this year's Hagerty Family Car Show in Traverse City, Mich.; Hagerty employees point out their favorite car shows from around the country; RM's Rob Myers discusses the company's purchase of the Kruse auction park in Auburn, Ind.; Tim McNair offers some detailing tips and tricks; and Dave Kinney points out some of the best, smaller auctions in the U.S.
Show #10 (June 27, 2010)
It's Corvette week on Hagerty's Inside Classic Cars, with exclusive coverage from Bloomington Gold. Tom Christmann, marketing director for Mecum, talks about their auction during the Illinois event; Corvette expert Mike Yager, CEO of MidAmerican Motorworks, discusses the famed marque; and Rob Sass and Dave Kinney evaluate Corvette values.
Show #9 (June 20, 2010)
Automotive journalist Rob Sass talks about the top "Threatened, Endangered and Extinct Cars"; the Minnesota Street Rod Association heads Back to the '50s; Dave Kinney discusses what's hot and what's not among '50s classics; and Jonathan Klinger takes questions about cooling systems as we head into the hot summer months.
Show #8 (June 13, 2010)
Betsy Bennett from Good Guys talks about the 22nd Hot Rod Nationals; Dave Kinney discusses the state of Hot Rod values; the "World's Most Famous Car," the James Bond Aston Martin DB5, is up for sale; and Jonathan Klinger takes questions about car problems and restoration.
Show #7 (June 6, 2010)
On-site coverage of the Greenwich Concours d'Elegance, with reports by value experts Dave Kinney and Donald Osborne from the Bonham's auction, and an interview with Matt Stone, senior editor for Motor Trend and editor of the newly reincarnated Motor Trend Classic.
Show #6 (May 30, 2010)
Hagerty's own Rob Sass talks about 10 cars to buy right now; the Elvis Motor Classics International car show wraps up in Memphis at Graceland; Dave Kinney discusses car values; meet the Historic Vehicle Association.
Show #5 (May 23, 2010)
Tabetha Salsbury, Hagerty's Youth Advocacy Coordinator, talks about the Youth Judging Program; a look at the recently concluded Newport Concours; Tim McNair shares how he details cars for major concours competitions; the All-British Field Meet in Vancouver, B.C., celebrates its 25th anniversary; Donald Osborne talks about car values and some upcoming events to watch for.
Show #4 (May 16, 2010)
Dave Kinney talks about the Smokey and the Bandit Run and the state of Trans Am values; Bob Long sits down with noted automotive historian Joe Freeman; and Jonathan Klinger takes more questions about classic cars.
Show #3 (May 9, 2010)
Tim McNair is back with more detailing tips and tricks; Bob Long continues his interview with famous automotive journalist and magazine publisher David E. Davis; McPherson College's Brian Martin talks about that school's popular automotive restoration program; RM Auctions President Ian Kelleher discusses the company's recent Monaco auction; and Dave Kinney returns with his take on the auction and car values.
Show #2 (May 2, 2010)
Bob Long tries to determine the greatest car song of all time, and talks with legendary automotive journalist David E. Davis, value experts Dave Kinney and Donald Osborne, and gets some detailing tips from Tim McNair.
Show #1 (April 25, 2010)
In this inaugural episode of Inside Classic Cars, Hagerty CEO McKeel Hagerty introduces the show; host Bob Long talks to racing legend Denise McCluggage; Jonathan Klinger takes calls about common problems with classic cars; and expert Colin Comer talks about muscle cars.
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