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EPISODE · Aug 10, 2021 · 1H 15M

What Should I Buy? - Class of ’99!

from BREAK/FIX the Motorsports & Vehicle Enthusiast Variety Show · host Gran Touring Motorsports

Our panel of Petrolheads, engage in a spirited debate to help first-time car collector Mark Shank choose the perfect nineties vehicle. With unique shopping criteria, the debate navigates through a range of classic nineties cars, discussing American muscle cars like the Camaro Z28 and WS6 Firebirds, various Japanese sports cars including the Supra, RX-7, 3000GT VR-4, as well as European classics like the Audi S8, Porsche 911, and BMW E39 M5. Mark outlines his preferences for a fast, fun, and modifiable car with strong opinions on interiors and performance. The conversation also explores the potential for engine swaps and the allure of finding unique bargains abroad. The aim is to find a car that evokes nostalgia while being practical for modifications and occasional track days, all within a $100,000 budget. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00:00 Introduction and Panel Setup; Meet Mark Shank: Car Enthusiast 00:01:09 Mark's Car History 00:04:27 Criteria for the Perfect 90s Car 00:09:20 Panel's Car Suggestions 00:13:14 Exploring American Muscle Options 00:17:17 Japanese Car Contenders 00:28:05 European Car Possibilities 00:38:12 Comparing Car Sizes Over the Years 00:38:45 Bentley and Jaguar: British Sleepers 00:42:50 Panoz and TVR: American and British Performance 00:44:14 Morgan and Shelby: Classic and Rare Cars 00:46:48 The Aston Martin DB7 and British Car Philosophy 00:50:23 Exploring German Performance Cars 00:51:43 American Muscle and Sleeper Cars 00:59:01 Porsche and BMW: Iconic 90s Cars 01:07:20 Final Recommendations and Wrap-Up ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/gtmotorsports Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/

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Our panel of Petrolheads, engage in a spirited debate to help first-time car collector Mark Shank choose the perfect nineties vehicle. With unique shopping criteria, the debate navigates through a range of classic nineties cars, discussing American muscle cars like the Camaro Z28 and WS6 Firebirds, various Japanese sports cars including the Supra, RX-7, 3000GT VR-4, as well as European classics like the Audi S8, Porsche 911, and BMW E39 M5. Mark outlines his preferences for a fast, fun, and modifiable car with strong opinions on interiors and performance. The conversation also explores the potential for engine swaps and the allure of finding unique bargains abroad. The aim is to find a car that evokes nostalgia while being practical for modifications and occasional track days, all within a $100,000 budget.

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