Month: January 2021

Episodes, Podcast

Twenty(-ish) Questions – Episode 32

The plan was simple: Bryan and Myles would take turns asking each other questions related to their love of classic European motoring. The goal was ten questions each, but the guys got deep into their answers and ran longer than anticipated, causing what Myles would describe as a scheduling conflict […]

Gear

Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Wall Clock Knows What Time It Is

Rarely does a piece of contemporary motoring memorabilia come along that is as functional as it is beautiful. This simple Mercedes 300 SL wall clock from Etsy seller Heritage Racing Design is one such exception. This 9″ x 9″ battery-operated clock is dead simple in its execution. The spare wooden […]

Episodes, Podcast

Lending a Hand – Episode 31

Bryan and Myles each take one for the team, helping out friends in need. Bryan spends part of his Sunday helping out past guest Jamie Orr of Orchid Euro (episode 14) with a Volkswagen engine transplant. Myles goes high-rent and gives up a bit of his Tuesday morning to help […]

Episodes, Podcast

Coming to America – Episode 30

Is a European car built in America really a European car? That depends. Myles and Bryan discuss the early European transplants, including Pennsylvania-built BMWs, Wisconsin-built Renaults and South Carolina-built BMWs. Plus Rolls-Royces and Fiats once upon a time. The guys also delve into the short-lived trend of European brands created […]

Episodes, Podcast

Save It or Scrap It? – Episode 29

Have you ever felt bad parting out a perfectly good car? Ever bought bits and pieces from a part-out vehicle to complete your own project? In this episode, Bryan and Myles discuss the merits and ethics of taking collectible cars off the road responsibly. The guys also talk about the […]

Cars

300 SL Roadster One of the Stars of Kissimmee Auction

This gorgeous 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL roadster goes up for sale later this week at Mecum’s Kissimmee, Florida, auction. It’s undeniably a standout in a sale that features a slate of interesting, if somewhat ordinary vehicles by comparison to this icon. Other notables, however, include a Vignale-bodied Ferrari 340 America, […]

Cars

A Look at the Jaguar XJ’s Evolution

It may be hard to believe, but there was once a time when German sedans were not the epitome of opulent luxury. Sure, they were stately and refined, but also dreadfully austere, even when dressed in the finest trimmings. For several decades, in fact, Jaguar sedans were the world standard […]