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Publisher |: CurtCo Media

Media Type |: audio

Podknife tags |: Automotive,; Games & Hobbies,; Interview

Categories Via RSS |: Automotive,; Hobbies,; Leisure

Cars that Matter is all about cars that have captured people’s hearts. They are the special cars, and they come from every decade since the dawn of the Automotive Age. They might be from the Brass Era or today’s Battery Era. They have names like 911 or SL, Corvette or Countach, or simply M. All have fueled passion in the people who created them, owned them, raced them, or sometimes—with remorse—parted with them.
From CurtCo Media.

On Cars That Matter, we talk with designers, engineers, race-car drivers, market experts, historians, restorers and collectors about the brightest luminaries in the automotive universe. What connects our guests and our audience? Like ourselves, each has a love affair with the automobile. Or maybe many. For all of us, these cars are not merely brands, like toothpaste or a pair of tennis shoes. Each one bears a marque, with a crest or ornament atop its hood. And every one of them has a fascinating story to tell.

People |: Robert Ross
Premiere Date |: 2019-11-01
Related Hashtags |: #carsthatmatter
Frequency |: Weekly
Explicit |: No

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77 Available Episodes (77 Total) / Average duration: 00:37:43

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77 Available Episodes (77 Total)Average duration: 00:37:43

Jan 23, 2023

00:41:35

Today, Cars That Matter has the great fortune of welcoming on the legendary John Kraman to the show. John is the host of the Mecum Broadcast where he gets to fully represent all the car fans of the world on Motortrend TV.

Robert and Mecum start by chatting (3:50) about how televised car auctions impact the market today. (6:00) Robert reminisces about some of the great sales that he’s seen on the Mecum auction (such as the rare Shelby Daytona Coupe going for 10 million dollars), and asks John to share some of his most memorable auction moments over the years. (9.45) John shares about some of the types of cars that have been the most desirable over the years, and ones that may continue to be. (12:00) Robert and John share about where vintage restoration modding is heading and why it’s such a strong trend right now. (13:30) John chats about how the domestic and international markets are changing with the younger generation entering the scene.

After the break (22:16) Robert asks John if there are any “rules” to being a collector, and John shares some of his best advice yet. (25:00) John shares a story about why the worry of “overpaying” shouldn’t be as big of a deal as people make it. What about bargain hunting? (28:15) John shares some tips on what to look for. (30:15) Robert asks John what he thinks about pre-war cars and where they might be headed. (32:45) Mecum is also involved in motorcycle sales and is one of the worlds largest sellers via auction. John shares about Mecum selling not only cars and motorcycles but all sorts of different categories of vehicles and the great success Mecum has had with them as they approach the infamous 1 Billion dollar checkpoint in total sales. (35:20) Finally, Robert asks John a bit about himself and how he got into the hobby of car collecting.

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Hosted by: Robert Ross

Produced and Edited by: AJ Moseley

Theme Music by: Celleste and Eric Dick

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Dec 08, 2022

00:35:43

Cars That Matter is back with a special episode. On this week’s show, Robert chats with long time competition judge and owner of Bobileff Motorcar company Gary Bobileff. Gary specializes in Italian car restoration and is one of the leaders in the country for his custom work.

Gary and Robert start off (1:50) chatting about their recent trip judging at the Las Vegas Concours d’Elegance at the Wynn and how this event is uniquely positioned to be a future top car event for many years to come. (6:00) Gary shares the intricacies and methodology of modern day judging for some of the best car shows in the world. (11:20) Robert asks Gary about the intimate relationship between serving a customers restoration wants while also preserving the sensitive value of a car and it’s original design. (15:08) Are previously restored cars coming back for restoration many years down the line?

After the break (17:20) Gary and Robert discuss the difficult road ahead in finding Italian car restoration workers in the US given the landscape of the job. (18:50) Gary dives into his love of the Lamborghini Miura and why he has positioned himself as the perennial expert in restoring said vehicles. (25:10) Robert asks Gary what his favorite Italian cars are to drive, and Gary shares some of the best for different occasions. (29:09) Gary and Robert talk about one of Gary’s favorite projects in restoring the prototype rolling chassis Miura that was presented at the Turin Auto Show and some of the unique obstacles it presented.

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Jun 28, 2021

00:42:16

After Robert introducing the panel of guests, Robert asks Derek to describe what it was really like to drive in Le Mans in the 1970s (3:20). Then Marshall explains how the film came to be (6:15) and Jay dives into the intertwined histories of the movies and the 917 (7:17). Then Robert puts the conversation into high gear by asking what making the movie was actually like (8:41).

Then Robert asks what Steve McQueen was like as a person (13:14), the parallels to reality in the film (19:05), and Derek shares the times when the film got a little 'too real' (21:16). Lastly, Robert brings up the product placement prevalent in the film (25:07), Marshall shares the impact the movie had on McQueen (30:53), and then the guests consider the impact the film had on car culture as a whole.

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Hosted by: Robert Ross

Produced and Edited by: Chris Porter

Theme Music by: Celleste and Eric Dick

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Jun 21, 2021

00:52:32

After Robert justifies an entire episode about motorcycles, he introduces Bobby Haas and Stacey Mayfield and asks them to detail their museum (1:59), its stunning collection (6:57), and how they go about commissioning custom bikes (13:14).

Following a short break, Robert redirects the conversation into "Leaving Tracks," Haas and Mayfield's new documentary: how it came to be (18:37), the people involved (23:43), and how the film examines the unique 'brotherhood' between bikers (29:14). Then, Robert circles back to discuss how Bobby came to be where he is in life (39:50), his time as an aerial photographer (43:03), and how his relationship to Stacey ultimately changed his life for the better (47:42).

https://www.haasmotomuseum.com/https://www.gentlemansride.com/

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Jun 14, 2021

00:47:38

After a brief introduction, Robert asks Alex to detail the recent founding of Automobili Estrema (1:46) and how he got involved with Fulminea and what the vehicle is designed to be (3:22). Then Robert and Alex share their thoughts on the rapid embracing of electric vehicles (13:53).

After a short break, Alex details when the car will come to market and what he thinks the future of cars will be (23:49). Finally, Alex shares how he got into design (30:22), found his way through Mercedes-Benz and BMW (33:52), and pioneered a designer program (43:21).

https://fulminea.com/

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Hosted by: Robert Ross

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Theme Music by: Celleste and Eric Dick

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Jun 07, 2021

00:35:52

After introducing Marlon, Robert asks about the origins and goals of the company (1:26) before diving into some specific models Robert had seen in Marlon's workshop (6:41). Then, the two men dig into the details of the engines and how Marlon approaches his work on those parts of the automobiles (13:22).

After a short break, Robert asks Marlon to explain the torque and suspension in Marlon's latest Porsche update (18:58). Robert praises Marlon's beautiful and unique interiors (21:32), and then Marlon dissects exactly what makes Workshop 5001's take on cars original and honorific of the original vehicles (25:23). Lastly, Robert and Marlon share their thoughts on the current Porsche community (30:24) before wrapping up with Marlon's opinion on the electrification of Porsches (34:02).

Learn More: https://workshop5001.com/

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Hosted by: Robert Ross

Produced and Edited by: Chris Porter

Theme Music by: Celleste and Eric Dick

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May 31, 2021

00:38:01

In honor of Memorial Day, Robert Ross re-examines the origins of Jeep--a vehicle that ultimately turned the tides of WW2 for America. By delving back into interviews with author Paul Bruno and Director Head of Design for Jeep, along with a new interview with Randall Withrow of the U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum (which houses an impressive collection of Jeeps used in the U.S. military, including the oldest surviving Jeep, the Ford Pygmy), Robert unpacks the underdog story of where Jeep came from and where it's going.

Episode Timestamps:

Prologue (0:00) - Robert introduces this very special episode examining the origins of Jeep and its pivotal role in WWII by considering where the name 'Jeep' actually came from.

Past (3:39) - Paul Bruno, author of ‘Project Management in History: The First Jeep’ and ‘The Original Jeeps,’ explains the unlikely origins of the first models of Jeep--made with minimal time in a period of national crisis.

Present (16:17) - Randall Withrow of the U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum explains what has been done to honor and preserve Jeeps since WWII and explains how the museum came to have its collection--including the original Ford Pygmy, which is a part of the National Register of Historic Vehicles.

Future (29:06)- Mark Allen, Director Head of Design at Jeep explains how the past designs inform the present and what the company has in mind for the future, as the brand growing into a worldwide name.

Epilogue (36:28) - Robert muses on how such a small and simply made car could have impacted the world so greatly.

Special thanks to Casey Maxon and the Historic Vehicle Association.

Learn More:https://memorialmuseum.org/

jeep.com

https://originaljeeps.com/

https://www.hagerty.com/drivers-club/my-garage/78598943/national-historic-vehicle-register

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May 24, 2021

00:37:39

After introductions, Robert asks Mark to delve into the origins of Jeep as a brand and how it was 'sold' to Americans following WWII (1:07). Then Mark drills down into how Jeep upholds the 'authentic' reputation it's had since its creation (3:35), how new designs must pay tribute to its past (6:52), and how the brand new 2021 Wagoneer continues that tradition (13:13).

After a short break, Mark shares how Bronco's competition could expand Jeep's consumer base (17:34) and Robert asks for Mark's opinions on where Jeep is going in the future (22:28). Then Robert has Mark explain the origins of the Jeep Gladiator (25:55). Then, Robert digs into the interesting colors of Jeep (28:12) and Mark explains how his career led him to Jeep (31:02)

Learn More: Jeep.com

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Hosted by: Robert Ross

Produced and Edited by: Chris Porter

Theme Music by: Celleste and Eric Dick

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May 17, 2021

00:38:14

After introducing Tim, Robert asks Tim to explain what make M1 Concourse so special and the events that will be held there (21:20), including by focusing on the Woodward Dream Cruise and Show (4:41). Then detours to discuss their own personal relationship as it has related to cars over the years (6:36), before asking Tim to consider the difference between the CA car community and the Detroit car community (12:59).

Then Tim shares details about an event he has created called the American Speed Festival (16:32). After a quick break, Tim considers the future of car collecting with the next generation (21:15). And finally, Robert turns the tables on Tim to find out how he got into cars and what his top three cars might be (28:46).

Learn More:

https://m1concourse.com/

https://americanspeedfestival.com/

https://woodwarddreamshow.com/

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Hosted by: Robert Ross

Produced and Edited by: Chris Porter

Theme Music by: Celleste and Eric Dick

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May 10, 2021

00:31:40

Jim Marietta and Ted Sutton, members of the Original Venice Crew, join to discuss their time working with Carroll Shelby, Ken Miles, Peter Brock, and Phil Remington, and the purpose of their new company and the cars they seek to create and preserve.

Robert picks up where they left off and Jim explains the origins of The Original Venice Crew and how their designs came directly from the original designers and drivers (0:33). Then Jim shares the continuation cars the OVC are making today and how uniquely qualified their team truly is (7:44).

After a short break, Jim talks about the process of restoring cars into quality 'art pieces' (9:52). Then Robert asks what designs weren't able to be developed until the OVC came along (12:39) and Jim explains the different purpose of OVC continuation cars over many other OEMs (17:07). Then, Jim, Ted, and Robert discuss the 'nuts and bolts' of the engine (21:44) and Jim shares why and how the OVC produces clothing and designer apparel (25:30).

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Learn More: Cars That Matter

Hosted by: Robert Ross

Produced and Edited by: Chris Porter

Theme Music by: Celleste and Eric Dick

A CurtCo Media production

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Jan 23 | 00:41:35

72 - "Inside Car Auctions" with Mecum Auction host John Kraman

Dec 08 | 00:35:43

71 - “Italian Car Restoration” with Gary Bobileff of Bobileff Motorcar Company

Jun 28 | 00:42:16

70 - "Le Mans" (1971) 50th Anniversary with Derek Bell, Marshall Terrill, and Jay Gillotti

Jun 21 | 00:52:32

69 - Bobby Haas, Stacey Mayfield, Haas Moto Museum, and "Leaving Tracks"

Jun 14 | 00:47:38

68 - Alexander Klatt, Automobili Estrema, and Fulminea

Jun 07 | 00:35:52

67 - Marlon Goldberg and Workshop 5001

May 31 | 00:38:01

66 - "Jeep: Past, Present, and Future" with Paul Bruno, Randall Withrow, and Mark Allen

May 24 | 00:37:39

65 - Mark Allen and Jeep

May 17 | 00:38:14

64 - Tim McGrane and M1 Concourse

May 10 | 00:31:40

63 - Jim Marietta, Ted Sutton, and the Original Venice Crew - Pt. 2

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