Land Rover's Dakar Victory & The Art of Automotive Paint

Join hosts Steve Beres and Ike Goss in this episode of Underpowered Hour as they discuss Land Rover's surprising performance in the Dakar Rally, dissect the complexities of automotive paint, and share their thoughts on Range Rover's newest London-inspired editions. Whether you're a Land Rover enthusiast or keen on learning about vehicle paint processes, this episode is packed with insights and humor. Tune in as Steve and Ike navigate through a range of topics, from vintage restorations to modern luxury. Visit theberescollection.com and follow them on Instagram @theberescollection or @pangolin4x4 to stay updated on their adventures.00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Background01:19 Land Rover's Victory at Dakar Rally04:30 Discussion on Stock Class Racing07:22 Special Edition Range Rovers13:09 Land Rover's Custom Shop and Paint Innovations19:02 Introduction to Land Rover Paint19:40 Understanding Paint Preferences20:31 Challenges of Painting Vintage Land Rovers21:25 Restoration Shops and Reproduction Panels22:56 Aluminum and Paint Adhesion25:55 Matching and Maintaining Paint30:31 Paint Quality Over the Decades34:07 Evaluating Paint When Buying a Car42:10 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events