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Why Cars?
by Nicholas and Hunter Dall
Why Cars? is a podcast for car enthusiasts, gearheads, and anyone who loves automotive culture. Hosted by Nick and Hunter, we dive into classic cars, exotics, racing, car industry trends, and hilarious car stories. From supercars to Craigslist finds, we cover it all with humor and passion.We debate the best and worst cars, discuss Formula 1 drama, and share first-hand experiences with rare and ridiculous vehicles.🎧 New episodes weekly! Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more!#CarPodcast #WhyCars #CarCulture #Supercars #ClassicCars #Formula1
Episodes
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Cars You Want to Buy... But are Too Afraid to Own
In this episode, we break down McLaren’s surprising Formula 1 dominance (thanks to Zac Brown) and Ferrari’s rare strategic win. Nick shares the best cars he spotted on a drive through Southern Utah, and we both drove some monsters — including the Ford Raptor R and the Tesla Cybertruck. Hunter...
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Are Today's Cars the Ugliest Ever Made?
In this episode, we kick things off by naming the different “groups” of car enthusiasts—what do you call a group of Subaru owners? Then we dive into a lively debate about the worst automotive design eras, narrowing it down to the 1970s, 1990s, and today’s tech-heavy snoozefest. But even in dark...
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Don't Take This to a Porsche Club Meeting
In this episode, we dive into the latest Formula One drama—Ferrari is doing what Ferrari does best: blowing it. We also talk about the absurd food prices at ski resorts, the wild Porsche condo tower in Miami, and the Martini-liveried Porsche 944 that drove past us (potentially carrying Dog the...
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The Truth About Why Modern BMW's Are So Bad
Nick and Hunter (re)introduce themselves and discuss why so many car podcasts are boring. Hunter reflects on his old Volvo S70, and we roast modern BMW's and their awful advertising strategies (and everything else, really). We dive into why modern cars feel like profit-driven products rather than...
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Flying Cars, Bentleys, and Nicknames for Every F1 Team
Today’s episode is packed with everything from luxury cars to childhood trauma. We discuss the Carhartt Edition Dodge 1500 and how Carhartt has been hijacked by hipsters. Nick shares a tragic tale of being bitten by an old horse, while Hunter talks about a client’s insane Bentley collection—and…
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I Destroyed a Perfectly Good Jaguar and It's Time to Come Clean
In this episode, Nick finally confesses to destroying his parents' Jaguar... in the dumbest way possible. We also reminisce about our early motorcycle misadventures (one crash, one abandoned bike), dive into the upcoming Formula One season, and discuss Lewis Hamilton’s shocking move to Ferrari....
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All We Want Are Some Used Car Photos, For Pete's Sake
In this episode, Nick embarks on a thrilling adventure... adding power steering fluid to his ML500, which had begun sounding like a humpback whale. Meanwhile, Hunter drops off a Tacoma and ends up piloting his father-in-law’s Jeep home under unexpected circumstances. We dive into the world of…
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Range Rovers and Homemade Longboards
In this episode, we cover a chaotic mix of stories, car sightings, and questionable life choices. Nick spots anE60 M5, an oldMercedes, and aMartini-liveried Harley Davidson Road King—because why not? We witness a man oncross-country rollerblades (yes, that’s a thing) and can’t stop laughing. We...
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The Most Embarrassing Cars You Can Buy Today
Do we love different cars in different life situations? In this episode, Nick rediscovers his love for skiing and how it has changed his perspective on cars. Hunter takes a deep dive into Thailand—learning some unexpected facts and admiring the cool/terrible cars (and scooters!) that never make…
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Good Idea or Bad Idea: Purchasing a Vintage Audi RS6
What could go wrong with a 25 year old twin-turbocharged German V8, anyway? NOTHING!! Season 3 kicks off with a bang as we dive into all the cars Nick drove over the break—ranging from a tire-shredding Dodge Demon (with all of its seats) to delightfully practical Mercedes wagons, and most...
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$10,000 Cars Absolutely Do NOT Have to Be Boring
To those in the automotive community, let's have a chat. This episode takes a long, hard (that's what she said) look at how the once-beloved website "Bring a Trailer" has transformed into a battleground for pedantic braggers and lost its charm. Nick shares a tale of chatting with a Porsche 911...
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Shopping List: the Cars We're Currently Considering Buying
Let's do some shopping, but for things we'll actually enjoy... Come along as we dive into some car things: Nick shares his list of potential replacements for his current ride, while Hunter runs through cars he’s hunting down to help a friend find their perfect match. We also break down the end of...
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The Debate: German Cars are Better than Japanese AND American Cars
Let's get controversial and discuss why we think (know) German cars are better than Japanese (and American) cars—prepare for some spicy takes! We also dive into the tragic, disgusting, disappointing re-launch of Jaguar and why it’s been such a letdown. And just to keep things fair, we reveal…
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Buyer's Guide: Lamborghini vs. Porsche (vs. Lamborghini)
First! Let's chat about the struggles Lamborghini is facing with the new #Revuelto—because even supercar giants have their headaches. Our dilemma: what super car would you buy? Deciding between the 2024 Porsche 911 GT3RS, Lamborghini Huracan STO, and the Lamborghini Aventador SVJ. Plus, we...
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Here Come the Annual Holiday Car Sale Extravaganzas
What’s your pick: Toyotathon, VW Sign and Drive, A December to Remember? Something else?? Also, Hunter shares his recent encounter with a, let's say, over-aggressive, city sanitation worker who shut down his street-side detail appointment (that involved a Bentley Bentayga and a Range Rover...).…
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The Ferrari F80 is Everything That's WRONG With New Cars
Anyway, what are your thoughts on the new Ferrari halo car?? This week we go off the rails a bit with a discussion on high-end watches (because, why not?). Our studio is perfect for car spotting, and we can’t help but be distracted by the flood of beautiful Range Rovers we spot passing by. But…
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Would You Buy a Porsche with 250,000 Miles?
Let's jump into the ultimate car buying debate: Should you buy a high-mileage car with a solid service history or a low-mileage car with zero service records? We weigh the pros and cons and share our own experiences. We also take a fun detour to brainstorm new names for the Utah Hockey Club and...
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God Drives a 2003 Mercedes Benz ML500
I mean, God PROBABLY drives an old ML. But we know he doesn't drive a Nissan Rogue. Come along as we dive into why modern cars are loaded with too much unnecessary technology, and why we long for the simpler days of old-school car design. From our love of analog driving experiences to poking fun…
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Our Interesting Car Spotting Experiment (was an ADHD nightmare)
Today, we tried something... different. We thought it would be a brilliant idea to record from the front seat of my amazing 2003 Mercedes ML500 while simultaneously doing some car spotting. Spoiler: it was an absolute ADHD nightmare. Between the shiny Porsches and questionable Chryslers, we…
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Do We Love Cars or Just the Attention They Bring?
We had some DEEP reflection on what it means to love cars, and if we truly love them or their status. There are plenty of people who purchase cars because they're loud, flashy, and get noticed. Does this mean that they aren't TRUE automotive enthusiasts? Also, some consumer advice: proofread your...
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Are Car Guys Too Picky About the Cars They'll Buy?
Car guys like what they like, but should they be more open to other car buying options? Such a tricky question, and one that we'll explore in this episode. We also look at how electric cars are (still, and more apparently than ever) not the solution people think they are. Have a listen, like, and...
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Why Do Jeeps Carry Around Rubber Ducks?
I've seen dozens of Jeeps, curiously decorated with rubber ducks - now I know why. Also, there is a new BMW M5 Touring slated for American release. It got me thinking: what is the greatest wagon that's currently for sale? There aren't many, but what we do get to choose from is LOVELY. Like…
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The Greatest Cars That We Spotted in the School Pickup Line
You'll never believe the cars that were spotted in the kindergarten pickup line today. Multi-six figure cars, just dropping 5 year olds off at school. No big deal. Plus, we continue our live car spotting commentary, and come across some BANGERS. As always, listen, subscribe, and like. Please.
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In Praise of the Ford Maverick Lobo
Ford has officially made an entrance into the conversation for the greatest factory wheels of all time... and they're fitted to a compact truck. We'll discuss what makes them so cool and where they came from. Also! We play a word association game, talk about being attacked by a bee in the Fiat...
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The List: Our Guiltiest Automotive Pleasures
To our car guys (and girls): what's your deepest, darkest automotive guilty pleasure? I promise you we're not here to judge. Maybe a little bit. But this is a safe space. We also do some LIVE car spotting from our studio, and provide some very helpful consumer advice. #WhyCars #AutomotiveCulture...
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Freedom... From Bad Car Modifications
We present our list of the 5 car modifications that need to be abandoned. Fast. It's also road trip season, and Hunter and I have been on a couple of good ones. Shoutout to the Chevy Suburban, by the way, which is the greatest road trip vehicle ever constructed by human hands. We also celebrate...
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Translations: What Used Car Ads Really Mean
Purchasing a used car through a third-party can be intimidating; I'll help you find red flags to avoid when searching through your local classifieds. Consumer top tips, if you will. Also, please start buying colorful cars again. White, silver, and black are too boring.
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Long Live the Ferrari V12 and Everyone Who Built It
Is the Ferrari 6.5-liter V12 the greatest engine of all time? It's certainly in the conversation. We're absolutely over-the-moon excited for the new Ferrari 12Cilindri and talk about why. Also - what's the craziest automotive / designer collaboration you can remember? Today's top-5 list covers…
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Some Cars Have Aged Like Warm Milk
Let's chat about the cars that, although they were cool when they were new, haven't stood the test of time. Not cars that were bad when they first came out (leave the poor Pontiac Aztec alone), but cars that looked great when they were introduced. Let's face it - the PT Cruiser was cool for a...
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These Cars Have Such Terrible Names
Have you ever looked at a car and wondered why it had such a terrible name? Who at McLaren decided it would be a good idea to name a car the MP4-12C? Hunter has listed out his top 5 worst car names, and there are some bangers.
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Buy a Used Car, Not a New Nissan Versa. Please.
Does it make sense to purchase the cheapest new car available in the United States? I present my reasons that spending $20,000 on a new economy car is a terrible, no good, very bad idea, and present five worthy alternatives (and some notable mentions). Let's also discuss how the...
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The Top 5 Drivers' Cars That Deserve More Love
What amazing cars have you driven that fly under the radar of the common car guy? We have thoughts (of course). Hunter provides us with his 5 favorite cars to drive that deserve more attention. We also discuss purchasing cars with rebuilt titles, being addicted to browsing automotive classified...
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The Weirdest Cars From the Normal-est Brands
What car from an everyday(ish) brand is the most off-the-wall? We have some thoughts, and I provide my top-5 strangest cars from normal brands. Also, stick around until the end of the pod for one of the wildest stories we've ever heard...
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Toyota and the Quest for E.V. Truth
Toyota has completed an amazing study on true E.V. carbon footprints, and the results are shocking (electricity pun). Their 1:6:90 rule might just redefine how we look at the true impact of the automotive industry's lurch towards full electrification. At least, we hope it does.
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Bring Back the Pontiac Aztec
Turns out, the ugliest car ever made just might not be the ugliest car ever made. Was the Pontiac Aztec ugly? Undeniably so. But given today's current design trends, it's not as ugly as it used to be. In fact, we think it would sell quite well in today's market. Let's chat about what other...
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How to Shrink Your M5 Repair Bill by 98%
What's the biggest automotive repair bill you've ever had to take on? Hunter's 2006 BMW M5 recently went under the knife to diagnose a faulty transmission, and may have had a major automotive win. We also talk about getting tuberculosis (well, probably tuberculosis, but definitely not just a…
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Donuts Will Make You a Better Driver
Can driving like a hooligan actually help you become a better driver? We think so, but there are definitely a couple of caveats... Also, winter tires are an absolute must if you drive in any sort of snow on a consistent basis. All-wheel-drive is great, but it's not the invincibility shield some...
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Death is a Seven Year Auto Loan
Is it a good idea to finance a car purchase over a 7-year term? The average financing term for a new car purchase in the United States in 2023 was nearly 6 years! This is a terrible, awful, no good, very bad idea. Also, what's the heaviest mass-produced (non-industrial) vehicle you can purchase...
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The Worst Cars From Our Favorite Brands
What are the worst car models made by our favorite automotive brands? Even our favorite automotive manufacturers have a couple of models they might want to forget about - but we'll never let them! Also, what's the most frustrating car buying experience you've been through? Hunter and I are in the...
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The Dentist's Miata
Is there a car that you used to love, that you're now embarrassed by? We explore this very thing, and upon internal reflection, there aren't too many cars that we're actually ashamed of liking (but there are a few...). We also discuss how much we miss cool car names (special shout out to the…
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The Cars That We Refuse to Drive
Is there a car brand that you absolutely refuse to buy? We ended last week with a cliffhanger, and we're not sorry. Along our "Why Cars" journey, we're always trying to figure out why cars make us tick, and why some cars produce absolutely no emotion in us whatsoever. We answer this question once...
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Don't Forget the Torque Wrench
What's the dumbest thing you've ever done when repairing your car? We've all made a few mistakes, and Hunter and I share a couple of our biggest automotive blunders - please don't judge us. This episode is dedicated to stories from our past; there are a bunch. My favorite involves a disheartened...
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Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas
There's no greater time to be an American F1 fan than this weekend. Have you always dreamed that you could watch a Formula One race at, say, 11pm, and follow it up with a $9.99 all-you-can-eat shrimp buffet? Because the Las Vegas Grand Prix is here to grant your wish! Not only are we excited, but...
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Birth of a Traitor
Have you ever purchased a car that you told yourself you'd never buy? For car guys, that's typically the question that gets asked right before or after they purchase a minivan. In this episode, we ask ourselves this very question (but it's worse than a minivan...). There's also an update to…
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Brain Scans and Bentleys
What's your favorite automotive coach builder? We're here to discuss just that. (Hint: it's absolutely NOT Mansory.) Leave a comment and let us know if we got it right... There is a special car driven this week by Nick. This particular car combines his love of Volvos, vintage Volkswagens, and...
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Classified Addiction(s)
Do you love your car? Really? This week, I, Nick Dall, crushingly realized that I am not mechanically inclined and questioned my status as a car guy. Through trial and tribulation, I developed a new metric to measure whether or not I truly needed to hand over my man card / automotive fandom pass...
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Here Comes the Death of Classic Cars
Is there a current production car (non-super car...) that will be collectible in 25 years? We have some thoughts. Also: does it make more sense to collect expensive watches or expensive cars? Our collective ADHD drives the conversation to our favorite fast(ish) food, the E60 M5's dodgy…
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Cry Me a Rivian
How much money should a car manufacturer make from each car they sell? Today's show was recorded al fresco! Listen closely for crickets, which was rude but possibly appropriate. We just learned how much profit Rivian makes on every electric truck and SUV they sell, and we are shooketh. Do you…
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The Great Cereal Wars
What is the greatest cold cereal of all time? Sure. That question has been asked before. But we are absolutely qualified experts in the field, and our conclusion is more valid than any other conclusion ever reached. We also build our ultimate sans-Porsche 5-car garages (there are some WILD...
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Top Gear, Seinfeld, and Car Modifications
Who ya got - Seinfeld or Friends? There's only one acceptable answer, no cap (is this how you say it, youths? I'm old). Since we're talking about TV, it's also time to discuss the best Top Gear episodes from the Jeremy, James, and Richard era. AND, what are the best/worst car modifications you…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Why Cars? is a podcast for car enthusiasts, gearheads, and anyone who loves automotive culture. Hosted by Nick and Hunter, we dive into classic cars, exotics, racing, car industry trends, and hilarious car stories. From supercars to Craigslist finds, we cover it all with humor and passion.We debate the best and worst cars, discuss Formula 1 drama, and share first-hand experiences with rare and ridiculous vehicles.🎧 New episodes weekly! Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more!#CarPodcast #WhyCars #CarCulture #Supercars #ClassicCars #Formula1
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Why Cars? is a podcast for car enthusiasts, gearheads, and anyone who loves automotive culture. Hosted by Nick and Hunter, we dive into classic cars, exotics, racing, car industry trends, and hilarious car stories. From supercars to Craigslist finds, we cover it all with humor and passion.We debate...
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