What Should I Buy? - Muscle and Malaise Edition (1964–1982)

Our panel of automotive enthusiasts dives into a What Should I Buy? debate, aiming to help a first-time car collector find a unique, attention-grabbing vehicle from the Muscle and Malaise era (1964-1982). With a focus on avoiding typical choices like Camaros, Mustangs, and Challengers, the discussion covers a variety of lesser-known or underappreciated vehicles. They explore options ranging from the AMC Javelin, Ford Fairmont, Chevy Nova, Lincoln Mark IV, to European models like the Porsche 928 and Jaguar XJS. The panel also touches on the potential of these vehicles for modifications, performance upgrades, and overall collectability. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00:00 Defining Muscle and Malaise 00:03:39 Exploring the Malaise Era 00:05:00 Shopping Criteria and Budget Considerations 00:05:56 International Muscle Cars 00:08:26 Restomods and Custom Builds 00:18:44 AMC and Other Underrated Classics 00:20:35 Land Yachts and Luxo Barges 00:28:24 Ford's Forgotten Muscle Cars 00:33:12 The Appeal of Muscle Cars Today 00:34:47 Young Enthusiasts and Classic Lincolns 00:35:25 The 79 Caprice Classic and Car Shows 00:35:54 Pontiac Fiero and Replica Cars 00:37:23 The Coyote X and Kit Cars 00:38:58 AMC Rebel and Buick Wildcat 00:46:18 The Malaise Era and K Cars 00:48:08 Dodge Daytona IROC RT and Front-Wheel Drive 00:53:27 Station Wagons and Muscle Cars 00:57:00 Foreign Cars in the Malaise Era 01:02:37 Porsche 928 and 924 01:04:22 The Quirky Interiors of the Porsche 928 01:05:11 Comparing the 928 to Other Cars of the Era 01:08:26 European and Japanese Malaise Cars 01:08:35 The Jaguar XJS: A European Equivalent 01:11:14 The Mercedes 450 SLC: A Statement of Wealth 01:12:41 The Lotus Esprit and Other European Sports Cars 01:16:52 The Transition to Sportier Cars in the 1980s 01:26:42 The Ford Fairmont: A Sleeper Hit 01:29:35 Final Thoughts and Recommendations ==================== 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/