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The Dream Job of a Lifetime

29 april 2024 | 36 min

Fanning the Mustang Flame, Olivier Zibret Interview

15 april 2024 | 36 min

Classic Recreations, Igor Polegkiy Interview

27 mars 2024 | 30 min

When your position is to build, under a bespoke license from Shelby - turn Ford Mustangs, into carbon fiber Shelby race cars, you've got my attention. Welcome Igor Polegkiy to Ford Mustang The Early Years

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

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Do you own an early year Mustang?: no

Please upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.:

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?:

My favorite from last year was Open Road, a beautiful 1967 GT500CR Carbon (prototype) that I raced at Sonoma.

We called her Open Road because it was the dealer that owned it. But she saw the open road many, many times for a 1-of-1 prototype.

Are you are in the business of selling, modifying, repairing or restoring Classic Mustangs? : yes

Are you a supplier of products to Mustang and Classic Car enthusiasts?: yes

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

We build, under a bespoke license from Shelby - turn Ford Mustangs, into carbon fiber Shelby racecars.

We work directly with race chassis manufacturers, Shelby American, and our unique vendors to push the legacy of not only Ford but Carroll Shelby forward.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: Our goal is to primarily continue innovating the 60s design, for modern practical use. There is a right, and wrong way to build a racecar - we do it the right way, the Texas way.

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Gordon Moore: Enough Classic Mustang and F100 Stories to Last A Lifetime

5 mars 2024 | 30 min

How Many Is Too Many Mustangs, John Dishong Interview

21 februari 2024 | 48 min

The Triple Threat in the Classics Business

7 februari 2024 | 34 min

Today, we take a dive into the world of COOL, both literally and figuratively. If you own a classic car and you want to see the right way to do things, look no further than Vintage Air, Triple Threat in Delivery, Support, and Value. And if you own a business let's tap into your business sense. Vintage Air gets two thumbs up when it comes to great products, speedy delivery, and then the support to back it all up. Any direct to consumer facing business owner should have ears perked up. Let's welcome Rick Love, President of Vintage Air and R&D team member Billy Graf to the podcast, welcome guys.

Vintage Air Inc., in operation since 1976, is a company run by experienced street rodders with over three decades of involvement in the sport. They offer an extensive range of high-performance air conditioning components, always incorporating the latest technology for maximum efficiency and reliability.

Their primary focus is on helping customers cool their specialty vehicles with parts specially designed for street rods, sport trucks, and performance cars. Vintage Air welcomes technical inquiries and encourages customers to reach out with air conditioning questions.

The company emphasizes its commitment to setting industry standards as the inventors of street rod and performance air conditioning. They have invested in infrastructure and quality personnel to ensure their continued leadership in the field.

Vintage Air takes a comprehensive approach to its product line, offering a wide range of integrated components and accessories. They introduced the Series II Comfort Control panel and the Streamline and Streamline II series of dash vents and control panels, providing customers with more design choices for their interior finish.

Additional components include fan shrouds, improved switches, and engine cooling packages. Vintage Air is known as the "World's Fastest Air Conditioning Company" and has received numerous industry awards.

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A 40 Year Project, Josh Reiter Interview

24 januari 2024 | 30 min

With an epic list of performance upgrades already complete and much smaller list of improvements yet to come, today's guest Josh Reiter knows his Classic Mustang stuff. Let's talk to Josh, who has owned his 65 pony for 40 years. Welcome to Ford Mustang The Early Years Josh.

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

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Do you own an early year Mustang?: yes

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?: 40yrs

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: Balanced/Blueprinted Pelosi 302 w 351W heads, B&M C4, Holley HP 650, Lokar Trottle Plate/Cable/Pedal, MSD, Edelbrock, Fluidyne, Chris Alston's Chassisworks Front Coil-Over Suspension, Narrowed 2" FAB 9 G-Link Billet Canted Coil-Over Rear Suspension, Strange 3.25 31 Spline Trutrac, Total Control Rack & Pinion & Subframe Connectors, Wilwood 12.19 drilled/slotted Brakes, JBA Shorty Headers, Flowmaster 2.5" Stainless Exhaust w/Crossover, 16x7 & 16x8 Polished Torque Thrust II, Black/White Pony Interior, Moto-Lita Steering Wheel, Classic Instruments Gauges, Factory Console, Full Dynamat Sound/Heat Proofing, Custom Jade Green Metallic, Mitch Kim Silver- Leaf Pinstriping *****

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

Swap out C-4 automatic for TKX 5spd transmission, Edelbrock Pro- Flo fuel injection.

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Revving Up the DIY Scene: Amanda Tugwell's Epic Car Restoration Journey

25 december 2023 | 27 min

From rusty to remarkable: Follow self-taught mechanic Amanda Tugwell's thrilling journey as she resurrects her '68 coupe, defies expectations, and inspires a community of car enthusiasts to conquer their own restoration dreams.

Rebuilding vs. Replacing

Navigating the fine line between replacing and rebuilding parts of a classic car is just another aspect of the restoration process. Some may choose to replace to ensure longevity and better performance. Others prefer to rebuild in order to preserve the historical authenticity of their vehicles. Both approaches offer their unique pros and cons. In Amanda's case, she employed a combination of both methods. After some trial and error, she wound up replacing the power steering pump and brake cylinder, opting for shiny new parts instead. At the same time, she was keen on restoring original parts whenever feasible, creating a blend of old and new that added a unique touch to her Mustang.

In this episode, you will be able to:

Discover the inspiring car restoration journey of Amanda Tugwell and gain insights into her DIY techniques and experiences.
Learn from a self-taught mechanic as they share their invaluable tips and tricks for successfully restoring cars on your own.
Explore the world of sponsorship and brand partnerships in the car restoration community and learn how you can leverage these opportunities for your own projects.
Overcome the challenges that come with car restoration by learning from experienced enthusiasts who have faced and conquered them.
Dive into the world of building a YouTube car community and discover how you can connect with like-minded individuals and share your restoration journey with a wider audience.

“Start small and build up your skills. With each project, your confidence will grow and you'll be able to take on bigger challenges.” - Amanda Tugwell

My special guest is Amanda Tugwell

Amanda Tugwell is a car enthusiast and seasoned DIY car restoration expert. For the past three years, she has been diligently working on restoring her 1968 Mustang coupe. Starting with small projects, Amanda gradually took on more challenging repairs, including welding and tube bending. Her dedication to preserving the originality of her car is evident in her meticulous approach to each restoration task. With a focus on quality craftsmanship, Amanda has become a trusted source of knowledge and inspiration in the car restoration community. Follow her Instagram account @amandatugwell to witness her restoration progress and gain valuable insights for your own DIY car restoration projects. Amanda's expertise and passion for car restoration make her a valuable resource for anyone looking to embark on their own restoration journey.

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Transforming Cars into Shelby Legends: Insights from Jason Engle

11 december 2023 | 20 min

Does this sound familiar? You've been told that building an authentic Shelby replica requires following a step-by-step guide, but despite your efforts, the results have been less than impressive. The pain of spending countless hours and resources on a project that falls short of your vision is all too real. But what if I told you there's a better way? Join us as we unveil the secrets of custom Shelby car builders, who will guide you towards creating replicas that turn heads and truly impress car enthusiasts.

Shout out to Vendors

In any project, having the right tools and products makes a significant impact. Therefore, a careful evaluation of vendors is worth the time and effort. Highlighting quality vendors may save countless fellow enthusiasts from unnecessary headaches. Jason Engle advocates for not settling for anything less than the best when it comes to his projects. Throughout the conversation, he enthusiastically called out his preferred vendors like TMI Products, known for their top-notch interiors, and American Racing, creators of affordable, stylish wheels. Despite his confessed love for Snap-On tools, he didn't hesitate to appreciate the value of Harbor Freight tools as well. These recommendations highlight his discerning eye for quality without overlooking the importance of affordability.

In this episode, you will be able to:

Discover the secrets to building authentic Shelby replicas that will turn heads and impress car enthusiasts.
Unleash the power of modern drivetrains in your Shelby replicas for an unparalleled driving experience.
Navigate the complex world of licensing and consulting to ensure your Shelby builds are legal and top-quality.
Harness the latest technology in car restoration to streamline your workflow and enhance the overall quality of your Shelby builds.
Gain invaluable advice and insights from successful self-employed automotive professionals that will help drive your own business to new heights.

If it were up to me, and what I would describe to the end builder is to do a modern drive line...This is a real Shelby with legacy behind it. - Jason Engle

My special guest is Jason Engle

Jason Engle, the founder of Rides by Engel, is a highly experienced car enthusiast and restoration specialist with a passion for building custom Shelby cars. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Jason has established strong connections in the world of Shelby and even had the chance to meet the legendary Carol Shelby himself. His deep knowledge and expertise in building authentic Shelby replicas have led him to establish Rides by Engel, a company that helps other builders acquire licenses from Shelby, create aesthetic changes, and market their licensed cars to the world. Jason's focus is on assisting mom-and-pop shops and experienced restorers in expanding their business and adding an additional revenue stream through Shelby licensing. With his hands-on approach and dedication to quality, Jason is a valuable resource for anyone interested in building custom Shelby cars.

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Hemmings Celebrates Milestone 70th at SEMA

27 november 2023 | 16 min

Jonathan Shaw, as the President of Hemmings, expressed, “Hemmings is the original collector car marketplace, and we have grown and evolved our business over time to provide products and services that meet the needs of enthusiasts who enjoy buying and selling collector vehicles. Our 70th Anniversary celebration kicks off at the SEMA Show by unveiling our new brand icon and will continue throughout 2024 with the launch of many new product offerings across our marketplace, services, media, and events businesses. At Hemmings, we remain resolutely focused on uplifting and growing the collector car community.”

At the SEMA Show, attendees will be able to experience the new brand, featured prominently on the Las Vegas monorail and at the Hemmings Booth (#22493 in Central Hall), to learn more about the rebranding, new Hemmings.com Services, and all the news connected to the 70th anniversary.

The highlights of this celebration include:

Hemmings Brand Icon: The versatile new Hemmings brand icon is ideal for digital media, print materials, merchandise, and event branding. It captures the spirit of Hemmings as a brand that is “Driven by Drivers” TM and celebrates the driver's experience. The brand icon will also be prominently featured in new Hemmings advertising in the coming months.
Hemmings Marketplace Mobile App: The new Hemmings App brings The World’s Largest Collector Car Marketplace to the palm of your hand with new features and capabilities. Almost 30,000 collector car enthusiasts already use the recently launched app, which can search, filter, follow, and save the nearly 30,000 vehicle listings from the Hemmings.com Marketplace.
Hemmings Insurance Marketplace: Building on the core Hemmings.com Services of collector car valuation and shipping, Hemmings.com now includes the ability to insure your classic and collector car. Hemmings has teamed up with InsuraMatch, empowering owners and prospective buyers with the ability to receive free quotes and procure insurance policies from multiple carriers specializing in classic, collector, and exotic vehicle coverage.
Sports & Exotic Car: Hemmings Sports & Exotic Car print magazine has been reimagined as an online series hosted by Jethro Bovingdon and presented by Gullwing Motor Cars. The program on the Hemmings YouTube channel aims to see if some of the most iconic vehicles live up to the hype. Bovingdon, one of the hosts of Top Gear America and a veteran automotive journalist in the UK, is no stranger to super cars. Included in this season of Sports & Exotic Car are a cadre of incredible vintage super cars, including a Nissan R32 Skyline GTR, a first-gen Dodge Viper, a 1992 Porsche 964 RS, Ferrari 512 TR Testarossa, a DeTomaso Pantera, and Bovingdon’s personal Porsche 996.

Join us in celebrating not only the early years of the Ford Mustang but also the exciting future ahead with Hemmings and the thriving collector car community.

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MotorCity Grind Restoration, Jim Chatas Interview

13 november 2023 | 39 min

Daily Driver to Museum Quality Classic Mustang, Pete Engel Shares HIs Journey

30 oktober 2023 | 30 min

Before we get to today’s interview I want to share a new feature called the Mustang Marketplace. The marketplace is a place to buy and sell classic Mustangs, see what parts are up for grabs, and coming soon, we will have a place for all our service providers (restorers, mechanics, YouTubers and more in our amazing Mustang community to share what they do and how they do it. You get to the marketplace by going to TheMustangPodcast.com and clicking on the Marketplace tab at the top of the page. Check out the Mustang marketplace today…ok, on with the episode today.

With 5 Mustangs in his past and over 35 years of wisdom and lessons learned as a proud Classic Mustang owner, Pete Engel is here to share the good, the better and the best about ownership. He even had one that ended up in a Swiss Mustang Museum. Welcome Pete to Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast.

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

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Do you own an early year Mustang?:

yes

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

I've owned 5 over a period of 35 years. I would be happy to briefly review each one on your podcast, with pics. The 65 GT convertible Special Order State Department car (see pic) stands out among them.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car?

I once had 3 at the same time -- Red, White, & Blue. I had a 64.5 Pagoda Green one, and now have a Springtime Yellow GT.

What work have you done on your pony?

All 5 were driver quality cars, no projects. One was a show car and ended up in the Swiss Mustang Museum, located near Zurich, Switzerland. All 5 have interesting stories around them. I would be happy to share pics of all of them, and summarize the stories behind each of them, before the show.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

My current 66 GT coupe is in need of some mechanical work after a recent 4 hour trip down the Blue Ridge Parkway. It has 85K original miles and not sure about the past history on the engine. Every year I lead a group of enthusiasts on a tour down to the Amelia Concours, and every year I take a different one of my collector cars. The tour is called "Amelia Island or Bust" (see Facebook group and pages). The plan is to bring the GT down. If not next year, then one year soon. We can discuss joint promotion or sponsorships regarding that tour if there is any interest. Thanks,

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Cooler Than Cool, Vintage Air For Your Classic, Rick Love Interview

16 oktober 2023 | 29 min

Staying cooler than cool since 1976 Vintage Air is arguably the go-to supplier for all things air conditioning for your classic pony. If you want to stay cool stay tuned today, Vintage Air President Rick Love is here to talk about making your classic comfortable all year round. Welcome Rick to Ford Mustang The Early Years.

Product Talk:

How's the AC biz, I know the classic car business is firing on all cylinders
I want cold and colder – can I get that from Vintage Air
Break it to me gently – can I do this myself
Classic Mustang enthusiasts often emphasize the authenticity of their vehicles. How does Vintage Air ensure that its air conditioning systems not only provide comfort but also maintain the vintage aesthetics and feel that enthusiasts cherish?"
Do Vintage Air AC units affect performance or gas mileage
Sometimes square peg round hole. How do you pack so much equipment into a car or truck that was never meant to have it.
Talk to me about overheating issues…thoughts?
With so many restomods out there, how does that affect your product line – seems like there’s a ton of variable potential, no?
What percentage of your biz is B2C as opposed to B2B?
Talk to my community about service and support during the install phase. There are so many DIYers out there.

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

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Company Name:

Vintage Air

Website:

Do you own a Classic Car?

My old `39 has been called a few things through the years (I have owned it for almost 40), but no "official" name.

Are you a supplier of products to Mustang and Classic Car enthusiasts?:

yes

Have you ever made improvements to your classic car or restored it?

I first built my `39 Ford Deluxe in 1984, actually used a few Mustang parts (steering box, column, and rear axle). It was the only car I owned for a while, drove it every day. After 30 years and over 180,000 miles, I rebuilt it a few years ago. Basically rebuilt the car from the ground up but we replicated the paint job that we first did in 1984. Kept the car looking the same, but it's a much better build this time around.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?

Plans now are to continue to drive and enjoy it. We have already driven it on Vintage Air Road Tours to Biloxi, Mississippi and Lake Havasu, Arizona. This year's Tour is going to Nashville, Tennessee for the Triple Crown event.

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Boyhood Fan to Lifelong Enthusiast, Paul Mickelson Interview

2 oktober 2023 | 37 min

Cool Kiwi Classic, Graham Coombes Interview

18 september 2023 | 30 min

Fastback to the Future, Denise Shaffer Interview

4 september 2023 | 26 min

Fresh Vintage is the New Classic, Jay Hillison Interview

21 augusti 2023 | 29 min

Two Times Is The Charm Joe Gaskill Interview

7 augusti 2023 | 35 min

Today’s episode provides added proof that two times is the charm. Joseph Gaskill first acquired his classic Mustang fastback in December of 1981, held onto it for 5 years. He will share what happened and why he acquired it again in December 2022 41 years after the original acquisition date. Joseph, let’s tell your story, welcome to Ford Mustang, The Early Years podcast.

Let’s start here and this post on Facebook: Dec 26th, 2022 Best Christmas ever but the highlight was getting my Mustang back that I sold in 1986! I was able to locate the car just one week before Christmas and ( not only) did I see it for the first time in all these years but was able to buy the car back. The fastback was delivered to me on Christmas Eve. Amazingly the car is exactly as I sold it with few exceptions. The paint is cracked but it runs beautifully. I can’t wait until Spring to get started with the resurrection.

Guest Interview Application

Do you own an early year Mustang?:

yes

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

Have owned it twice. 1st, from 12/81 to 9/86 then from 12/24/22 -

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What work have you done?:

It’s a work in progress. My Dad and I completely restored it back in the 80’s but time has taken its toll. I have completely rebuilt the clutch mechanism at this point and replaced the coil, windshield washer pump, bag and lines.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

I plan on replacing the wiring throughout the car, installing the correct disc brakes on the front, repainting it and adding original style A/C. Also, I plan on replacing the rear springs and refreshing the interior.

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A Tale of Two Mustangs

24 juli 2023 | 33 min

Tale Defined:

A tale is a comparatively simple narrative, either fictitious or true, written or recounted orally in prose or in verse. A tale often recounts or focuses on something or someone exotic, marvelous, or even supernatural. The following Classic Mustang tales are all true, recorded and shared with permission.

Tale #1

Jerry Wright

Do you own an early year Mustang?:

yes

How long have you owned your Classic Mustang?:

51 years

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If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

ground up restoration. new 302 motor, new paint, rally pac. new wheels

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

all done, just have my wife continue with her detail work

Tale #2

David Turnbull

With close to 10 classic mustangs in his history David Turnbull has been turning heads with his pony’s for over 3 decades. Plus over a million miles on the road. Let’s talk about his journey, David welcome to Ford Mustang The Early Years

Do you own an early year Mustang?:

yes

How long have you owned your ride?:

1st 1984- 65 GT convert.
2nd- 1988- 65 K GT convert,
3rd- 1989-66 GT coupe
4th- 1990- 64 convert

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If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

Added the correct 4100 1 mo after I got the car- 1 of the 1st done by Pony Carbs. Same carb still on car- 440,000+ miles later. T-5, roadster cover, 007 front valence with aircraft landing lights, 14" KH Magstar rims, 22 gal tank, AM-FM, GT front springs, Koni (Shelby shocks from a 67 Shelby), never been restored- repainted 2000 (original paint until then). 68 front disc brakes, Tri-Y exhaust, 7 blade Granada fan.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

Rebuild 3.25 rear- wore out 3 so far and the 3.25 was the best ratio. Car was selected as the 1st at the 2004 Woodward Cruise to parade past at the Wilson Pickett Concert, selected by Ford as the 64 to represent 1 of 50 mustangs at SEMA 2014- the Vegas 50- 1 selected to represent each year.

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Classic Car Repairs Done Right, Almost

29 juni 2023 | 45 min

Andy Kautzman, Building and Racing Classic Mustangs Since 1965

12 juni 2023 | 25 min

Building and racing Mustangs since 1965 today’s guest Andy Kautzman has owned his ride for 50 years, a huge accomplishment on many levels. Andy has oil pumping through his veins, rubber under the soles of his feet and a passion for the Classic Mustang community only to be outdone by his love of the brand. Welcome Andy to the podcast.

Looks like you have a family business going on…share a little the hierarchy at Andy’s Classic Mustangs

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

Do you own an early year Mustang?:

yes

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

50 years

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What do you do for a living?:

Build race engines, complete restoration of Mustangs 1964-1973. Service, parts.

Have you named your car?

Steel Pony

Are you are in the business of selling, modifying, repairing or restoring Classic Mustangs? :

What work have you done on your classic ride?:

Several complete restorations, the race car has a modified custom 289 that runs in 10.80 1/4 mile.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

Always

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Classic Rewind, What's Up Doc

29 maj 2023 | 46 min

What’s Up Doc?

Chris Ingrassia answers your questions

Chris, “The Doc” Ingrassia is back again to answer all of your questions relating to your classic Mustang. His knowledge of the business is second to none. At any given point he will have 20-30 Mustangs in his shop. He is the president of Mustang Restorations Inc and his family has been in the restoration business since 1980 although his love affair with Mustangs goes back well beyond that. Chris runs the show at Mustang Restoration and is here today to talk shop.

Questions answered by “The Doc” and Doug today include:

1. Does color changing a classic car really effect its value?

2. I've lost my keys to the car. What can I do?

3. I see you perform quite a few body style changes to Mustangs making hardtop Coupes into Convertibles & Fastbacks. Is this really worth it?

4. I love the way my classic Mustangs looks. Its timeless in style.. But it brakes & steers like an amusement park ride. What can I do to make the car more user friendly without hurting its originality?

5. These old classic's were produced at a time when gasoline had lead in it .. Should I be worried about pouring an additive into my gas tank?

6. New cars today have so much in the way of occupant protection in the way of Air bags & Crumple zones & seat restraints. Should I worry much about the overall safety of my classic Mustang or the other non Mustang classics I have in my garage?

7.How to go about decoding the VIN to get as much info from it about your car as possible. As well if there is a way to get a complete build sheet if the one in the car has been lost over time.

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Classic Rewind, Survivor Mustang Stories

16 maj 2023 | 30 min

Episode Summary

The Survivor Series Part 1

Today we start a 2 part series, telling the stories of 4 survivors. These stories are shared by the Mustang Survivors most recent caretakers. For the sake of these interviews and so you know the criteria used, as you know there are differences between survivors and original Mustangs. When most people think "survivor" they confuse it with "original" but for the sake of this series, here are the survivor guidelines: Mustangs that are Over 50 years old. They Can pass a road test and drive. A survivor Remains over 50% unrestored, un-refinished, or unaltered and without major modifications and the finish is good enough to use as a color guide for restoration of a car just like it.

Episode Details

Rudy Mosca (Survivor Story 1)

Let me share in the words of our guest Rudy Mosca the story of Plain Jane -- Plain Jane is a 1964 ½ It was sold new at Bob Ford in Dearborn, Michigan. Plain Jane is her nickname due to the lack of most options. The coupe has a 170 six cylinder automatic transmission. Plain Jane has 44k original miles as of now and was used at the Ford 100th anniversary as a display inside the Model T track. Rudy’s grandfather was a Ford Executive and had quite the stable of early Mustangs but this was his favorite. Rudy’s mother and he are the current caretakers now that he has passed and enjoy it as much as we can. As soon as Rudy could hold a wrench or rag he was tinkering in the garage during the summers.Welcome Rudy to Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast.

Dave Brigham (Survivor Story 2)

A survivor from across the pond, in the UK, Dave Brigham has a 1965 survivor. 2 owners from new 1st March 1965, 42,000 original miles. Last owner 1976-2018, All original metal, original motor inline 6. Has been painted in the 70s original colour original trim, carpets replaced. Running driving and tested.

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A Focus on Quality, Alf's Mustang Garage

3 maj 2023 | 37 min

With an eye on quality work, done right Alf’s Mustang Garage owner, Alex Gillespie, gets the job done. With over 130 videos on YouTube, he is on point and passionate about every project he does. Alex welcome to Ford Mustang The Early Years

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

Do you own an early year Mustang?:

yes

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

24 years

What do you do for a living?:

Own Alf's Mustang Garage. We specialize in repairs and restoration of classic Mustangs. We started in 2018 in a small 2 bay shop in Willard Utah. We have now since grown to a larger shop in Ogden Utah where we employ 3 people. We also do a variety of YouTube videos for the growing demand of DIY Mustang enthusiasts. The YouTube channel has grown steadily since starting it late 2019 but is still relatively small. Our main focus is working on client's cars to help keep them on the road and out of the garage.

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

I have a 67 S code Fastback that we drag raced back when I was younger. Has a 460 big block with a built C6 trans 9" rear end with 4.11 gears. I have plans to convert it back to a daily driver/cruiser but lately I've been focusing on the shop and working on everyone else's Mustangs.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

I would like to convert my car back to a cruiser now that I am older and our local racetrack has closed.

YouTube Channel:

Garage Website

www.Alfsmustanggarage.com

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Take a Classic Mustang Cruise with Andy Kruse

17 april 2023 | 42 min

Hertz Promo Mustang, A 1966 GT350H Collectable, Jerry Healey Interview

3 april 2023 | 28 min

Hustle and Grind Jim Chatas Interview

20 mars 2023 | 24 min

On Pegasus Wings, Daniel Fiorille’s 22 Year Adventure.

6 mars 2023 | 31 min

Welcome to Ford Mustang: The Early Years, the podcast where we delve into the history and legacy of America's favorite muscle car. I'm your host, Doug Sandler, and joining me today is Daniel Fiorille, also known as Mustang Dan on Instagram. Daniel is a Mustang enthusiast and long time owner of his fastback and the many upgrades made of his Classic First Gen Mustang. So, buckle up Mustang fans, as we take a trip down memory lane and explore the impact of the Ford Mustang with Daniel rich insight. Let's get started.

Guest Interview Application

Do you own an early year Mustang?:

yes

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

22

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What do you do for a living?:

Dept Of Transportation vehicle inspector

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?:

Pegasus

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

Full engine rebuild and modification, full transmission and rear end rebuild and modifications, new paint, all new custom suspension

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

Building a new engine that will look like the original 289 but will really be a stroker that will make more power

Social media:

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mustang.dan/

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From Belgium With Love, A Classic Mustang Enthusiast's Journey

20 februari 2023 | 37 min

Today we are heading to Belgium (northeast of Paris on your map) – this directly from our guest Geoffrey’s website:

Before I start talking about my car, I will introduce myself to you ! My name is Geoffrey, I live in Belgium. I have organized a rally, called Flanders Mustang Event, for 20 years, organize a yearly weekend with the Mustang drivers and several drives a year, and I am also the webmaster of mustangdrivers.be

Together with Daisy we enjoy and drive my fastback – a lot. Meetings, drives, holidays, you name it, we do it !

My car was built in Metuchen USA as an export model. It was sold new in Belgium in early 1966 (built end of 1965) in a Ford garage in Belgium. As a Belgian car it drives in kilometers rather than miles and it has some equipment not found standard on USA cars. For instance: an export brace in the engine bay (like Shelby's), white parking light lenses instead of amber ones, a thicker front sway bar and a european spec Blaupunkt radio with a special chrome bezel. Most Belgian cars came equipped with "packages" so a console and a rally pac are included as well.

Only the tip of the iceberg let’s dig in more.. Welcome Geoffrey to the Ford Mustang, The Early Years.

Guest application:

How long have you owned your classic Mustang?

23 years

Please upload a favorite pic of your Mustang:

What do you do for a living?:

I work for Colruyt Group, one of the biggest supermarkets in Belgium.

Fastback specs currently:

Dual master cylinder and booster.

15 inch wheels and tires

engine: V8 302 ci with electronic ignition

transmission: Automatic OverDrive

color: clearwater aqua

power steering

deluxe steering wheel

front disc brakes power assisted

air conditioning

console

AM-FM radio

visibility group

deluxe seat belts

tinted windows

styled steel wheels

remote trunk release

parking brake warning light

Rally-Pac

More about this fastback:

The car was sold originally in Zottegem, Belgium in 1966. This means that it makes kms rather then miles. Like most cars that come to Belgium it had the six-cilinder and a 4 speed manual as drivetrain. No air, no power steering but seatbelts, a radio, a console and a rally-pac. It was dressed in classic Wimbledon white and had the standard 66 wheel covers.

The second owner restored the car and converted it to V8 status. As the engine he got had an AOD to it, it was kept. Disc brakes, power steering and AC were also installed. The typical mustang disease was cured (cowl vent repair), doors, a wing and a hood (from a donor car) and the rear fenders were replaced. The rear floors were also replaced (but I only noticed years after I bought the car). Clearwater Aqua covers my fastback now and it was finished with wire wheel covers.

While all the bodywork and paint job where done properly, I have found during my years of driving it that no new parts, or correct ones were used..... This proves to be problematic when working on the car, or trying to order correct parts. In the meantime most of these "cheap" jobs have been rectified and replaced with correct and new parts, the list is long !

Lights and horn have relays

Good shocks and suspension, thicker front sway bar.

And a long list of things since 2000 :-)

What plans do you have for improvements?

Drive and enjoy it.

Website:

My own website since 2000: www.mustangdrivers.be

Cover Art Credit: Geoffrey De Maesschalck

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A Coyote in Pony Clothing, Chris Boswell Interview

6 februari 2023 | 22 min

Dan Talbot Brings Western Australia’s love of Classic Mustangs Home

23 januari 2023 | 35 min

Three things I know I have in common with Dan Talbot, today’s guest. Love of Classic Mustangs, love of motorcycles and love for our cats. His cat Macavity can be seen chillin’ while Dan works on his machines. Also, there’s no cooler site than seeing a 1966 Classic Mustang trailing a 1921 Model T. Let’s chat about all machines, from Western Australia, welcome Dan Talbot to Ford Mustang The Early Years podcast.

Do you own an early year Mustang?:

yes

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

About 13 years.

Upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.:

What do you do for a living?:

I have recently retired after 37 years with Western Australia Police Force. I am now a researcher.

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

My car was in a very poor state when I purchased it, sight unseen from the other side of Australia. When we stripped it, I came very close to abandoning the restoration as it needed an enormous amount of body panels, but the car is a very rare Ford Australia import so we pushed on. My car is one of about 200 Mustangs imported by Ford Australia in 1966 to promote the locally build Falcon as "Mustang-bred." The plan was to put a Mustang on the floor of every one of the 430 Ford dealerships in Australia but it was abandoned when they got to about 200 cars - no one knows the exact number. The RHD conversion was very poor and the car didn't steer very well so during the conversion I fitted rack and pinion steering and coil-over front struts. I also fitted larger front brakes. The car steers beautifully now - although I regret using a manual steering rack.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

I plan on fitting an overdrive transmission, although I am still undecided as to automatic or manual. I am learning towards a T5 manual gearbox at the moment.

Please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.:

https://www.instagram.com/motorshedcafe/ My instagram profile reflects my first love of motorcycles and motorcycle restoration but there are pics of the Mustang in there and also my 1921 Model T race car I recently competed in the Red Dust Revival in outback Western Australia.

I also have a website: https://motorshedcafe.com.au/ in which I wax lyrical about my various projects but I am currently putting the finishing touches to my doctoral thesis and haven't written anything for the website for a few months.

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Machinist turn Hobbyist, A Lifetime of Machine Love, Merle Gallant Interview

9 januari 2023 | 27 min

Autorestomod Producer and Host, Jeff Ford Interview

26 december 2022 | 46 min

Bring a Trailer, Howard Swig Interview

12 december 2022 | 34 min

Modern Renaissance Woman, Heather Storm Interview

28 november 2022 | 27 min

The BOSS is here and looking fine, Mike Schulz Interview

14 november 2022 | 36 min

If you want your Classic Mustang to look just like it rolled off the assembly line, today is the day to tune in. Mike Schulz has done just that and is here to share some hacks, tricks and tactics he used to make his BOSS 302 look like it’s showroom new.

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

Do you own a early year Mustang?:

yes

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

3+ years

What do you do for a living?:

Field Application Engineer

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car?

The "Boss"

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

I removed the after-market gauges and had the original gauge cluster restored. There were 20+ paint daubs that needed to be sanded out and retouched up. I found a date correct Holley 780 carburetor in Michigan, rev limiter in Ohio, smog pump in Florida, heads in Texas, distributor, water pump and fuel pump in Pennsylvania. I even had a duplicate plate made up for the front to match the one the previous owner had in the pictures that he shared with me from the 70’s. The car was finally looking like it did when it rolled off the showroom floor.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

This winter I plan to repaint the trunk, add the pinch weld stripe, touchup paint the passenger mirror, rear quarter extension, remove the dent in the gas tank, replace the passenger vent window and open up the rear end to check for wear (it's beginning to hum).

Social handles:

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/its.a_boss/

IG name: its.a_boss

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Brad and Josh’s Excellent Adventure

31 oktober 2022 | 35 min

15 states, 12 days, 4417 miles and 16.7 miles per gallon creating priceless memories and tons of new friends, from the Rockies to Long Island New York, quite the road trip. Throw in there a 1968 Shelby GT 350 convertible and you’ve got yourself something quite special. Here to talk about the journey, not the destination, welcome Brad and Josh Glassman to Ford Mustang, The Early Years podcast.

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

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Do you own a early year Mustang?:

yes

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

20 years

What do you do for a living?:

Attorney

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: Original 1968 Shelby GT-350 convertible- restored over 30 years ago.

Special note: My twin brother Josh and I Just returned from a 12 day 4417 miles road-trip on Barrett Jackson road tour through Rockies,Utah, Wyoming etc and back to Long Island NY. Started in Elk City OK. -15 states in total.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: It’s dialed in preparation of this trip. Continue to drive it 3-5k miles per year. Street or Track front coilover kit; bilstein shocks; aluminum radiator and electric fan, 5 speed transmission, 4 wheel disc brakes rack and pinion street rack, 17 inch Shelby 10 spoke wheels, wireless Bluetooth

Also have 1966 289 convertible.

Upgrading suspension and cooling. Rumor has it original owner was a Beach Boy never able to prove. We have owned Boss 302s etc in past.

Cover Art credit: Brad and Josh Glassman

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Leading the Way, McKeel Hagerty Interview

17 oktober 2022 | 30 min

If you’ve been in the car collectable world for even a short period of time you’ve heard the name Hagerty probably from multiple sources and for multiple reasons. For me personally Hagerty represents trustworthiness, a pristine reputation for fairness in premiums as an insurance provider and truthfulness in classic valuation as well. Plus they put out a way cool publication for their Drivers Club, have a kick ass Drive Share program that has put dollars in my pocket and provide so many value adds that I am super stoked to talk about today with McKeel Hagerty their CEO. McKeel, welcome to the podcast.

Guest Bio:

McKeel Hagerty, the CEO of Hagerty http://www.hagerty.com/ – an automotive enthusiast brand offering a specialty automotive insurance platform built upon a membership organization for car lovers -- and his mission to save driving. Following joining the New York Stock Exchange in December with a valuation of $3B+, Hagerty’s plans for growth are grounded in preserving car culture and community for future generations to come. McKeel shares how he plans to keep car culture alive and -- alongside the developments of EVs -- why saving human driving is so important.

While insurance drives the revenue (2 million vehicles), Hagerty is a bonafide entertainment and media brand, with one of the most widely read automotive magazines (Hagerty Drivers Club) and online site. Over the past decade, Hagerty has invested heavily in creating original content on their YouTube channel and social media, essentially making its digital platforms an entertaining yet helpful resource for all aspects of the car lover lifestyle. Following acquisitions of the Greenwich Concours, Amelia Island Concours, Concours of America and the California Mille, Hagerty dominates the automotive event scene, and McKeel places a significant value in these events because they build up the car community.

While EVs continue to advance, McKeel firmly believes there is a place for both electric and classic cars on the road - after all, Hagerty’s purpose is not to save the commute. And the data suggests many others feel the same. According to Hagerty's proprietary data, there are more than 500 million people around the globe who express an interest in cars and approximately 69 million in the United States alone who declare themselves automotive enthusiasts.

What is your company name?: Hagerty

Please give us the website you want to share with our listeners?: https://www.hagerty.com/

You are an expert in what industry?: Automotive & Insurance

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Bright Lights, Big City, Bangin Headlights

3 oktober 2022 | 24 min

The Perfect Garage, Jonathan Campagna Tells All

19 september 2022 | 60 min

Sweet Chariot, Bruce Gamble's Classic Mustang Journey

5 september 2022 | 35 min

Growing up just outside of Happy Valley Pennsylvania, our guest today is Bruce Gamble, retired naval flight officer, military historian and long time Classic Mustang enthusiast. His ‘67 red convertible 289 he purchased in rough shape back in 1994. Fully restored in 2004, we will let him share the full story of the rebuild including how it was nearly lost completely. Excited to chat today. Welcome Bruce to Ford Mustang The Early Years podcast.

Do you own an early year Mustang?:

Yes, almost 28 years

Please upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.:

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What do you do for a living?:

Retired naval flight officer (1989), military historian and author.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car?

Sweet Chariot. Named for my dad's B-29 Superfortress of the 315th Bomb Wing on Guam. A photo of the nose art is mounted in the front license plate bracket.

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: Convertible was built in California with a 289 C-code and C4 transmission. Factory options include power top, air-conditioning, power steering, power brakes with front discs, and exterior decor group. Purchased (in very rough condition) in 1994, restored and driven, then fully restored again in 2004 after a tree crushed the back end during Hurricane Ivan. Mods include AOD transmission swap, dual exhaust with Hi-Po exhaust manifolds, Edelbrock 4bbl intake and 600cfm carb, finned valve covers, aluminum radiator, Dakota Digital instruments (and cruise control), reclining Fox-body front bucket seats, billet aluminum grille, bluetooth stereo with four speakers and subwoofer.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

I put a lot of miles on the car--more than 60,000 after the AOD swap. I've kept it in driving condition, but it needs a tune-up and minor cosmetic work to bring it back to what it was 10 years ago.

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.:

YouTube: Bruce Gamble

Twitter: @BruceGamble76

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A Build Gone Viral, Josh and Mike Michels Interview

22 augusti 2022 | 27 min

When it comes to Classic Mustangs we don’t usually talk about high tech words like going viral, but our guests today Josh and Mike Michels have flipped the script, at least for us. The build, a 1968 Mustang fastback is aptly named AmeriKANDY and on my Instagram page, as of the recording of this episode, has gotten nearly 820,000 views, nearly three times the amount of my second most popular post.

Guest Interview Application:

Build info:

This Mustang was built with two words in mind: Originality and Quality. With those words in mind we got to designing. After 2 short years this one of a kind Mustang was brought to life.

Special Features Include:

1968 Ford Mustang Restored Body
Eleanor Body Kit
Boss 520 Motor With 8 Stack Fuel Injection
TKO 600 5 Speed Transmission
Independent Front and Rear Suspension
Kandy Brandy Wine Paint With Black GT500 Stripes
Pioneer Sound System
Carroll Shelby Signed Leather Interior
Carroll Shelby Signed Dash and 200mph Gauges
Air Conditioning

About the shop: Michels Auto Design was founded by a Father and Son duo, Mike & Josh, who have an immense drive to create the most unique and highest quality restorations. Michels Auto Design's first restoration was a 1970 Boss 302 in 1979. Mike purchased this car when he was 14 years old and began the process of teaching himself the many skill sets necessary to restore, design, and build a car. The Boss 302 underwent a 4 year award winning restoration which solidified Mikes passion and skill set for the industry. Throughout the years Mike always had a passion to build cars but was always told he needed to become an engineer. He went on to become an electrical and mechanical engineer and gained experience in the corporate world for 25 years. Following through hard work, long hours, and dedication he became the President and CEO of companies and led them through significant growth. Even with this success he started to build cars and eventually decided to leave the corporate world to follow his dream. He decided to build a 1966 Cobra Replica. This was when Josh first started to get his love for cars. 6 at the time, Josh would love to help out his Dad in the garage and play with the tools and cars. It wasn't until 7 years later when Josh would be 13 that he decided to buy his first car, a 1980 Jeep CJ7. During this 2 1/2 year restoration Mike would teach Josh the needed work ethic and skills to build and restore cars. With Mike seeing Josh's love for cars he knew the time was right to follow his dream. The next two restorations were a Jeep that Josh did and a Mustang Restomod done by Mike. Then they both did custom broncos and officially Michels Auto Design was born allowing the Father and Son duo to follow their dreams.

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

Built ours 4 years ago

A favorite pic of your Mustang

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What do you do for a living?:

I own a custom car building shop with my dad, Mike, who will be joining me on the podcast

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car?

Our mustang is named “AmeriKANDY” our 66 vette is named “Blu My Mind” and our 34 Ford is named “Dare to Rumble”

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

Too much to list see website (michelsautodesign.com)

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Men and Their BOSS Machine

8 augusti 2022 | 28 min

In Any Language, Bullitt is Performance

25 juli 2022 | 27 min

Old Car Pricing Has Never Been So Good, Joe Troise Interview

11 juli 2022 | 45 min

The Right Mechanic for Your Classic, Barry Wilson Interview

27 juni 2022 | 31 min

Sometimes you just need a good mechanic that you can call on to know the answers and help you get to the root of the problem. With 40+ years of experience Barry Wilson is that guy. When not helping one his 13 employees in his shop that specializes in classics, he’s partnering with his daughter Lindsay on their buy/sell classic car site. Let’s see what trouble we can get into today. Welcome Barry to the podcast.

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Do you own a early year Mustang?: yes

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

6 years, but in the industry for over 40

What do you do for a living?:

I’ve been buying, selling, and restoring classic cars in the Dallas area since 1980. My shop employs eleven classic car repair and restoration technicians. For 10 years I appeared on a show on Dallas’ Fox news station about Classics and over the same period I hosted my own radio shows and did numerous guest appearances on the subject. I am also a hobbyist -- I own classic cars.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?:

Maxine

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

Complete frame off restoration

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.:

Instagram @carmechanic https://www.instagram.com/carmechanic/

Lindsays Classic

Wilson Auto (Barry’s Shop)

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How Much is Too Much, Colin Comer Interview

13 juni 2022 | 33 min

First Gen, Next Gen, Kevin Eubanks Interview

30 maj 2022 | 30 min

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Ford Mustang community, today we take a step back to the future. We all know the future of the brand is in the hands of the next generation. Today our guest is Kevin Eubanks – and Kevin represents the next generation loving the Mustang brand, classic Mustangs specifically. Here’s the email I got from Kevin to get on the show:

I just started listening to your podcast and already love it. I am a huge fan of anything related to classic mustangs. I am 25 and already have had 5 Mustangs, 4 of which were 1970 or older, I'm currently working on 2. The first one I'm currently working on, I bought in a field of Mustangs in middle Georgia as a college graduation/commissioning present to myself. It is a 1970 Mustang fastback. The other, which I bought when I got stationed in Hawaii is a 1966 Mustang Convertible GT 289 4 speed. I am still relatively new and learning as I go.I would love to give encouragement and inspiration to those who are younger in the community or those who, like me, are just figuring things out as they go, one step at a time.

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

The 1970 fastback I have owned for about 3 years. The 1966 convertible I bought about 7 months ago.

What do you do for a living?:

I am a Naval Officer

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car?

The 1970 does not have a name yet. The 1966 is called Rusty

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

1970- Had the carb rebuilt, did some body work to get rid of the surface rust, I'm finishing up rewiring the whole car. 1966 convertible- rebuilt the front suspension, replaced the doors, replaced the grill and fog lights, new carb, new power convertible top system (still need the new top), currently in the process of rewiring this one as well.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

1970-planning for a high performance build, either a built 351 or possibly a coyote swap later down the road. 1966- building into a nice driver to have fun with. It has power steering, a/c, and disc brakes. I might switch to a power brake system

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Father Son Restomod Story, Niko Tatti Interview

16 maj 2022 | 27 min

Today is a great father son project story and it started here as a message from today’s guest: “I bought the car when it was a rolling painted body. It didn't have its engine in it, the trans, nor the driveshaft. The seats had been redone, but everything else in the interior still needed to be finished. For us, the car was a father/son restoration project in high school, and she's still my daily 5 years later. With the help of my dad, almost everything on the car has been redone” ~Niko Tatti.

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

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Do you own a early year Mustang?:

yes

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

Almost 6 years now.

What do you do for a living?:

I work in the Agriculture industry in California's Central Valley. I am a quality control supervisor for a company that grows peaches, nectarines, & red/green grapes.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car?

Never really named the car, but I do refer to it as a "her", "the Mustang", or "The '68".

About Niko’s pony

Under the hood, she's got a late 80's 5.0 from a Foxbody Mustang, backed by the stock C-4 trans. The car was originally a C-code car, according to my Marti Report. She came with power steering, Air Conditioning, and a few other appearance options. I have since upgraded to disc brakes in the front, LED head & tail lights, new power steering parts, aftermarket stereo, Vintage Air, new aluminum radiator, electric cooling fan, and a bigger 100 amp alternator. Recently, we dropped the rear of the car 1.5" with new leaf springs, and hopefully soon, we're gonna perform a Shelby style drop in the front with coilovers.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

I don't see it happening within the next 5 years, but eventually I would love to perform a Coyote swap on the car and change the paint color to either a gun-metal style gray, or a midnight blue. I'm all for preserving original cars, but since my car's original 289 is nowhere to be found, I don't feel bad hot-rodding it.

Please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.: Usually on Facebook under Niko Tatti, or Instagram @niko_tatti

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Cover art photo credit: Niko Tatti https://www.instagram.com/niko_tatti/

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~Doug Sandler

Hot Rod Mustang, Chris Jansen Interview

2 maj 2022 | 26 min

Before I introduce our guest I want to share his post in my Facebook Group, Classic Mustang Connection – Here it is: Bought my car out of a Sunday newspaper ad. First time my dad saw it he said to put it back on the trailer and take it to the junk yard. Three months of working after work and working weekends I couldn’t keep him out of it. He toured it to all the local car shows and won lots of trophies. Fast forward some years and my dad passed away, I took his ashes home in my car from the church seatbelted in the passenger seat. Due to a divorce I sold it to one of my brothers friends to give my kids a Christmas. Five years later I got a phone call asking if I wanted it back as it was being sold, I couldn’t say yes fast enough. It’s not going anywhere now and I will have it till my time is over. So many memories of family not to mention it was the first car I ever painted all on my own and it has led me to a rewarding career in the collision industry as well as doing many restorations at home

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

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Do you own a early year Mustang?:

yes

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

Approximately 20 years

Please upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.: https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/FmrpIKC9Sarv2gppHFEh?A90CD6EA-E489-40C1-90F5-7D6F8AEF5BFF.jpeg?image/jpeg

What do you do for a living?:

Auto body technician

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?:

My kids call it the hot rod or the old car

Are you are in the business of selling, modifying, repairing or restoring Classic Mustangs? :

yes

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

4 wheel disc brakes and a/c

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

Would like to eventually re-restore the car to my current skill level. I have learned so much more than I knew when I did it the first time

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.:

Instagram is gysot96cobra

Cover art credit. Chris Jansen

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Ep 100: Bringing Quality to Market, Michael Chance Interview

18 april 2022 | 60 min

From Pig Farmer to Pony Lover, Nestor Chaves Interview

4 april 2022 | 37 min

Find a Fastback in Five Steps, Rob Staple Interview

21 mars 2022 | 38 min

What's In Your Garage? Dave, Guido, Brad and Doug Talk

21 februari 2022 | 38 min

Virtual People's Choice Car Show and Much More

7 februari 2022 | 36 min

Mustangs on a Mission Founder, Dan Neve Interview

24 januari 2022 | 21 min

The best darn headlights for classic cars, Bangin’ Headlights product review and story

10 januari 2022 | 39 min

Tis The Season for Classic Mustang Restoration and Repairs

27 december 2021 | 46 min

Part 1 Brad Newman

From the frying pan and into the fire, I used to take a simple 60 minute project and turn it into a 1 month ordeal, complete with incorrect parts, the wrong tools and an outcome less than stellar. Thanks to good friends and an amazing Classic Mustang community, repairs are getting easier and less time consuming. Here to talk about some of the right moves is my friend Brad Newman. Welcome back to the show Brad.

Brad on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/b_l_newman/

Part 2 Gary Schwaegerle

Email to the podcast:

I bought my 1964.5 Mustang for $300 in 1979 while in college as a project. Balancing life and other hobbies, I finally managed to get the Mustang back on the road at the end of 2006. I did all the work myself except the engine machine shop work, mounting the tires and windshield. All the work was self taught. I rebuilt the engine and transmission. Replaced inner front fenders, torque boxes, floor pans, inner rockers, quarter panels, inner and outer rear inner fenders, trunk drops, and rear frame rails. Also did all the paint work. Replaced entire interior and convertible top.

My wife and I enjoy taking it to car shows all over the east. Drive it to work in good weather. Have driven it 76,000 miles. All that wear and tear and the fact we show it have led me to redo the interior, quarter panels, paint, and convertible top. To make it more drivable I've since put a T-5 transmission in and disc brakes.

I also have stories about clutch issues, LED light conversion, and cylinder head work so the 6 cylinder engine could pull the hills in the tall (0.63 ratio overdrive) in 5th gear.

Gary Schwaegerle

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

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Do you own an early year Mustang?:

yes

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

42 years

What do you do for a living?:

Retired after 38 years as a mechanical design/project engineer. Designed eye doctor equipment.

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

Complete restoration from a piece of junk.

Transmission swap, disc brake conversion, LED lights. Engine swap.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

No plans for the Mustang. But I'm doing a complete restoration of a Galaxie 500XL convertible for my wife. The frame is a 63 hardtop converted to 64 convertible. Most of the body will be from a 64 4 door donor.

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National Parts Depot, Owner Rick Schmidt Interview

13 december 2021 | 30 min

Of Jet Planes and Classic Mustangs Great and Small, Jonathan Campagna Interview

29 november 2021 | 62 min

Town Hall Classic Mustang Community Speaks Out

15 november 2021 | 63 min

Safety for Your Classic Mustang, H3R Performance, Chris Dieter Interview

1 november 2021 | 18 min

Ford Mustang Community, I love a good contest and on this episode of Ford Mustang The Early Years we will be sharing an incredible prize for the winner AND some important content that will keep your Classic Mustang on the road longer and safer. Stay tuned, during the episode we will be sharing the contest entry link to win an H3R Performance Halguard 2 ½ pound black fire extinguisher, just like the one I have in my 65 convertible.

Today we are chatting with Chris Dieter, Senior VP of H3R Performance. Since 2005 H3R Performance has been creating rugged fire extinguishers and mounting accessories that work flawlessly when needed. Welcome Chris to Ford Mustang The Early Years.

On this episode Doug and Chris discuss:

Brief history of H3R Performance
Why a UL listing is important and what it gives you
H3R Performance extinguishers and seat mount unique features that make them the best in the business
About their quick release mounts-- quick release mounts are NHRA accepted. A number of racing bodies, tracks and events require a quick release which our billet and extreme duty mounts meet.
HalGuard extinguisher clean agent products are best for vintage cars vs standard dry chemical.
….and much much more!

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Contest ends November 15th 2021

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Cover Art Photo Credit: Brad Newman https://www.instagram.com/b_l_newman/

Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time!

~Doug Sandler

Wendy Kozma’s Classic 1966 Pony Puts the Purr in Mustang Perfection

18 oktober 2021 | 33 min

Vintage Race Car and Classic Mustang Enthusiast, Brad Newman Interview

4 oktober 2021 | 29 min

Single family Classic Mustang stories are my favorite because they get pretty sentimental. Brad Newman, our guest today, has been working on his coupe since 1994 although his grandfather bought her new in 1965. Here to talk Classic Mustang and love of the brand. Excited to chat with Brad on Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast.

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

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Do you own a early year Mustang?:

yes

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

Since 1994, though my grandfather bought it new in ‘65.

Please upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.: https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/2LhjFIsWTJiotYyU9EWL?B4D146FD-CFE2-432D-9E1D-C1621FCEDF19.png?image/png

What do you do for a living?:

I do-own a financial planning firm.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?:

Usually, it’s &@$!*

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

So many. Mike Eisenberg did essentially the same prep that would go into one of their vintage race cars. It has all the Shelby suspension mods from back in the day, a Tremec 5-speed, Wilwood discs, Borgesen steering conversion, fuel cell, three point seat belts, and on and on.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

I’d love more power, but it runs so well I hate to screw it up.

Connect with Brad Newman:

Instagram: @b_l_newman: https://www.instagram.com/b_l_newman/

Cover art photo credit:

@b_l_newman: https://www.instagram.com/b_l_newman/

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Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time!

~Doug Sandler

Lady Driven Classic Mustangs, Panel Conversation

20 september 2021 | 73 min

Today it’s Ladies ONLY day...on Ford Mustang The Early Years podcast for this town hall style meeting called "Lady Driven Classic Mustangs."The criteria was simple…. If you are a female enthusiast, expert, service provider or simply love to talk about your Classic Pony, this unique episode is just for you.

The Ladies:

Marissa

Instagram: @marissahalee https://www.instagram.com/marissahalee/

Pauline

965 Rangoon Red 2+2 Fastback

Stefanie

Instagram: @70_yolo_mach1 https://www.instagram.com/70_yolo_mach1/

1970 Mustang Mach1

Factory air conditioning

Shaker hood (ram air)

Sport slats rear window louvers

Front and rear spoilers.

Original 351 Cleveland engine

FMX transmission

Dual exhaust

Amanda

Instagram: @AmandaJTugwell https://www.instagram.com/amandajtugwell/

Location: Bay Area, California (San Ramon)

Caitlin

Instagram: @Scarlette_67Mustang https://www.instagram.com/scarlette_67mustang/

She is a 1967 Mustang Fastback with the 289 and C-4 auto. Color is vintage burgundy.

Lea

Instagram: @entrastang https://www.instagram.com/entrastang/

FB LeaGC

YouTube https://youtube.com/user/ltghhs

Carmen

Instagram: @sadiethe68stang https://www.instagram.com/sadiethe68stang/

Isabelle

Instagram: @girlmeetsmustang https://www.instagram.com/girlmeetsmustang/

1968 High Country Special - 289 C code. In 1968, Ford made about 4,000 California Specials. 251 of those were sent up to the Colorado market to be sold. They were rebadged as the High Country Special. You can tell the difference between a California Special and a High Country Special by looking at the side scoops. If it has the badging on the side that says High Country Special, then it's the real deal! Currently, my Mustang is going through a full restoration. It will be stripped down to bare metal and then repainted in her original color - Gulfstream Aqua. I plan to keep as much of the car original.

Cover art photo credit:

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The Marvelous Wanderings of Adventurestang

6 september 2021 | 24 min

For those looking for more more more Classic Mustang Connection here’s how to do it. On Facebook, join our group at TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook and get bonus content, videos interviews and to add to the conversation, talk with me PLUS get exclusive events only provided to those in the group at TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook. Check out our Instagram Page for some amazing photos of those Classic Mustangs in our community at TheMustangPodcast.com/instagram and of course if you want to get the entire catalogue of episodes check out our website at TheMustangPodcast.com. Ok let’s get to our guest today.

We’ve got him and his family captive in a Classic Mustang, driving all over the country…..I think he might be settling down though in San Diego (spoiler alert) …. add a Classic Mustang, a whole mess of miles, an engine swap, fresh rubber on the wheels, add a partner and small child to the mix and you’ve got Adventurestang. Drew McCullough is here to share his adventures with us today. Drew, welcome my Mustang brother to Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast.

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

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Do you own a early year Mustang?: yes

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?: 2 years

What do you do for a living?: Remote project managing for a construction company.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?: Adventurestang

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: 1990 efi 5.0 swap, t5 swap, suspension, brakes, rear end, some body modifications,

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: More power some day, rear coilovers

Connect with Drew McCullough:

Instagram:

Adventurestang: https://www.instagram.com/adventurestang/

Mustangs and Autoworks: https://www.instagram.com/mustangs_and_autoworks/

Autoworksrestomod: https://www.instagram.com/autoworksrestomod/

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The Car Coach, Automotive Expert, Journalist and Classic Mustang Insider, Lauren Fix Interview

23 augusti 2021 | 26 min

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

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For those looking for more more more Classic Mustang Connection here’s how to do it. On Facebook, join our group at TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook and get bonus content, videos interviews and to add to the conversation, talk with me PLUS get exclusive events only provided to those in the group at TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook. Check out our Instagram Page for some amazing photos of those Classic Mustangs in our community at TheMustangPodcast.com/instagram and of course if you want to get the entire catalogue of episodes check out our website at TheMustangPodcast.com. Ok let’s get to our guest today.

Lauren Fix is a nationally recognized automotive expert, media guest, journalist, author, keynote speaker and television host. Lauren provides an insider’s perspective on a wide range of automotive topics, energy and safety issues for both the auto industry and consumers. Her analysis is honest and straightforward. But specifically, for today Lauren is a Classic Mustang community member, she is 1st gen owner and enthusiast.Welcome Lauren to Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast.

Do you own a early year Mustang?: yes

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?: We have multiple 1965 and 66 Shelbys and mustangs, plus a few cars

What do you do for a living?:

I am Vice president of Classic Tube, we manufacture prebent brake, fuel and transmission lines for collector cars including early Mustangs. I’m also an automotive expert for television, radio and online, I am known as The Car Coach. We race cars and restore them as well under Fix Motorsports. I race cars since the 1980s. My husband, is a professional racer and is the number one restorer of early Mustangs and early Shelby’s and has won at Amelia Island and many other national events.

Are you are in the business of selling, modifying, repairing or restoring Classic Mustangs?: yes

Are you a supplier of products to Mustang and Classic Car enthusiasts?: yes

Would you like to receive information about podcast advertising and sponsorship to promote your services to our community?: yes

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

We have worked on restomods in the past. Most of the vehicles we restore are concours.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

We plan to put our 2020 GT 500 and 20 Shelby GT 350 R Heritage on the track soon.

Personal:

Fix is her real last name. Her daughter is Shelby Fix, the "Teen Car Coach" / "Car Coach 2.0", and was named after Carroll Shelby. Her husband, Paul Fix is a professional Trans-Am Series driver. Her son, actor Paul Fix III, has appeared on As the World Turns

Social Media:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lauren.Fix.The.Car.Coach

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/laurenfix

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenfix/

Classic Tube https://classictube.com/

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Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road, until next time.

Classic Ford Mustang Community Town Hall Meeting

9 augusti 2021 | 69 min

On the Road, Interview with Bill Eisinger

26 juli 2021 | 24 min

It's In the Family, Love for The Classic Mustang Brand, Drew Takach Interview

12 juli 2021 | 28 min

The Best Place on Earth To Experience Hot Rods, Muscle Car, Cruisers and Customs, Tim McGrane from M1 Concourse

28 juni 2021 | 23 min

Cars of Carlisle, Darren Reighard Interview

14 juni 2021 | 27 min

A One Man Shop Loyal to The Brand, Dave Taylor Interview

31 maj 2021 | 23 min

Motivated By Six Panel Talk

17 maj 2021 | 67 min

Wade Sovonick drives a 1965 6 cylinder and founding member of Mustang 6 Association and its Facebook group dating back to 2014. Loves driving his 65 vert and has the chops to be here with us today.

Jon Campagna is an admin for Vintage Mustang 6 forum with over 4,900 members and has worked on vintage Fords his whole life. He is also a Aircraft Mechanic for Delta Airlines … and I am pretty sure they have some cool turbo units in those engines

Cody and Preston Ingrassia, also known as The Mustang Brothers have been working side by side with their dad Chris “The Doc” Ingrassia for 27 years. The Docs video and now The Mustang Brothers video routinely go viral do to their no nonsense, clear approach to Mustang restoration and repair.

Matt Cox is the owner and founder of Vintage Inlines and co-author of Ford Inline Six. He’s been a fan of the 6-banger since he got his first car in 1979, of course a 1966 6-cylinder Mustang

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Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.

Mustang Muscle Car Buying and Selling Greg Payne Interview

3 maj 2021 | 22 min

Simply put, their showroom is a big kid candy store. Virtually their YouTube, Instagram and Facebook views are literally in the millions. In inventory, everything from 1920-1975 Street Rods, Classic Cars, Muscle Cars and more including some of the hotest of the hot Classic Mustangs! They ship cars all over the world and have several different options for financing. Vanguard Motor Sales is located in the Motor City. Their General Manager is Greg Payne, he’s the one doing all the test drives, donuts and burnouts -- I am stoked to talk to Greg. Welcome to the podcast.

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

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What do you do for a living?:

General Manager at Vanguard Motor Sales. We buy, sell and trade Classic American Muscle Cars, street rods, low mileage late model cars. We have been in business since 2004 and have thousands of cars online. We don't do any consignment. We buy high quality cars, fine tune them and sell them. We do not restore cars. We are experts in the classic car market. We are based in the Motor City, and Mustangs are one of our favorites!

Are you are in the business of selling, modifying, repairing or restoring Classic Mustangs? :

yes

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.:

Website: https://www.vanguardmotorsales.com/

Instagram @vanguardmotors https://www.instagram.com/vanguardmotors/

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Cover art photo credit: Melissa Marschke https://www.instagram.com/melissa.marschke/

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Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.

Survivor Series Part 2, The Survivors that Never Got Away

19 april 2021 | 34 min

Survivor Series Part 1, Plain Jane and The Pony Across the Pond

12 april 2021 | 30 min

The First Ride of the Season with Your Classic Pony

5 april 2021 | 16 min

Pizza Delivery Driver to Shade Tree Mechanic, Phil Landes Interview

29 mars 2021 | 24 min

Phil Landes owns a 1967 Mustang GT convertible, 390 Big Block, 4 speed, deluxe interior/exterior decor group. All numbers matching. Here to share his unique story from pizza delivery driver to daily cruiser.

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

Do you own a early year Mustang?:

1967 Mustang GT convertible, 390 Big Block, 4 speed,

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

32 year

Please upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.: https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/ellaIotaToiFrPu9Uj8w?Phil's67390GT.jpg?image/jpeg

What do you do for a living?:

Operations Manager at a commercial outdoor equipment store.

Retired teacher and principal.

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

Added Wilwood brakes, electronic ignition, modern electric choke carburetor

I also added the following factory options: Tilt steering, Power steering, console, aluminum tail light panels, 15x7 factory style wheels

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

I have always wanted to boost the horsepower of the 390 but, because it is the original driveline, I have hesitated. There are a lot of bolt-on aluminum parts (heads, intake, etc. ) that would reduce weight and add power but most days I appreciate the car the way it left the factory.

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.:

Facebook - Philip R. Landes: https://www.facebook.com/phil.landes.5

Instagram - philiplandes: https://www.instagram.com/philiplandes/

An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang -- a handful of experts add their smarts and help you through preventive maintenance and challenges you might face when it comes to maintaining your pony. www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair.

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Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.

Classic Muscle Is a Family Affair, Aaron Duncan Interview

15 mars 2021 | 42 min

Being Lawless Never Felt This Good, Patrick Lawless Interview

1 mars 2021 | 32 min

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

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Do you own an early year Mustang?:

yes

Please upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.: https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/BgfP33rQQg6nBMn4VfWL?She_may_not_look_like_it_but_this_old_girl_needs_some_love._Who_can_relate_17893548991703957.jpg?image/jpeg

What do you do for a living?:

I am Department Head for the Building and Construction and Technologies Department at Pima Community College in Tucson AZ.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?:

Just She/Her for now

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

I am comfortable with making repairs but I lack the equipment. I have a friend who has a nice garage set up at his house. So far, I installed new front wheel cylinders as one was seized. New HEI distributor. New tires, New turn signal switch and steering wheel. I am not happy with the braking so after listening to "The Doc" on your show I ordered a disc brake conversion kit and hope to install it this weekend. Mostly I just wash it and drive around waving at people!

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

I enjoy driving the old girl so I want it to feel like an old car. I won't do too many modern upgrades that will take too much of the feel away. Right now it feels like I am driving a time capsule and I want it to stay that way. The convertible top is automatic and does not work that well. this is on the back burner since my goal is to never put the top except in case of emergencies. The same is true with the heating and air conditioning. Neither works but my goal is to never need them.

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.:

Instagram: @66_mustangconvertible

Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host:

https://www.foxnews.com/auto/before-mustang-mach-e-1969-mustang-e

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The Rarest Classic Mustang in Existence, the Original Mustang E - Tim Wise Interview

22 februari 2021 | 29 min

Clubhouse Meeting/Event: Feb 22nd 4pm PT https://www.joinclubhouse.com/event/Pry0qBJ5

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

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Do you own a early year Mustang?:

1969 Mustang E Mustang Special Edition

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

7 years

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What do you do for a living?:

I work for a coffee equipment company. Various jobs but mainly preparing large orders of equipment to be shipped out of the country.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car?

Maybellne. After a song by Chuck Berry

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

My wife and I totally stripped the body of everything. Every nut and bolt came out for replacement or restoration. Paint stripped off to bare metal. We gave it a concours restoration. Parts that were unusable were replaced with NOS parts or OEM used parts when we find them or afford them.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

99% finished

Fox World News Promotional article on car:

Original email from Tim to our production team at the podcast:

I am new to listening to podcast and was very happy to hear that there was a station that focused on my favorite generation of Mustangs. So I have listened to many of them and you have asked if anyone listening had a early Mustang and thought it would be a nice story then please contact you.

So, I am an average type of guy and my wife and I love all years of Mustangs and have owned them for the last 20+ years. I would not have been considered a candidate for your podcast except for the fact that my wife and I own possibly the rarest 6 cylinder Mustang that has been produced. It has been featured in several magazines including Mustang Times which Donald Farr called it possibly the last one in existence. Most hardcore Mustang enthusiast have never heard of one let alone see one. It is a Mustang special edition called a 1969 Mustang E' You will most likely need to Google that. When you do you will see a Silver Jade (green) Mustang and that will be ours. It was built for a competition to be the most fuel efficient vehicle of its class. Was told by a current Mustang engineer at Ford that it was an historic part of Ford's quest to save fuel just like the Mach E this is the first generation version called Mustang E. Another great part of our story is that the entire nut and bolt restoration was done in our home garage except for the engine machine work and the transmission rebuild. Everything else, paint and body work, electrical suspension and I mean everything else was done by my wife and I.

Also, my wife and I have a very interesting set of stories that came along with doing this build as both of us have a very very strong faith in our Lord Jesus Christ and his involvement with this very specific restoration. I would love to share the entire history and purpose of why this special edition was a part of Ford and our personal experiences with this build if you are interested. It has only been showed local and has done very well being shown. It is show and magazine quality now as it had sat for 20+ years and was considered a basket case of a car. Rust bucket is the best term. I will include a few pictures to give you some idea of the car. Thanks and please let me know either way that you decide.

Forgot to add: this is a 250 ci six cylinder with a C4 auto transmission. This is a concours build that includes all of the paint daubs and hand markings on the front and back suspensions. I can send more photos if the ones supplied are not enough.

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JP's episode on Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast

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Bringing Classic Ford Mustang to Clubhouse

16 februari 2021 | 13 min

Mecum Welcomes 2021 with Most Successful Auction in Company History. The Voice and Face of Mecum John Kraman Interview

1 februari 2021 | 68 min

Episode Notes

From Mecum website:

All eyes looked to Mecum Auctions in Florida to carry the torch for the January collector car auction action with hopes that the company would kick off 2021 with positive news and successful sales. Not only did Mecum answer the call, it delivered the message with $141.2 million in sales and an overall sell-through rate of 90% in January. For 10 straight days at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee, Florida, Mecum put on a spectacle of automotive entertainment, sending 2,030 collector cars home with new buyers for a whopping 89% sell-through of the total number of cars offered, an unprecedented sales percentage for a reserve-based auction of this magnitude. Less than a week later, Mecum took the auction action just 2.5 hours southwest to Punta Gorda, where the company auctioned the Muscle Car City Museum collection at no reserve, sending 200 more collector cars into the hands of eager enthusiasts bidding both on-site and from the comfort of home.

Mecum Kissimmee 2021 was held Jan. 7-16 and saw total overall sales from its 10-day duration reach $122.8 million—the highest single-auction total ever achieved in Mecum’s 34-year history. Friday, Jan. 15 marked the largest single-day total in company history, as the day’s sales reached $34 million with Carroll Shelby’s personal 427 Cobra, CSX3178 (Lot F145), becoming the annual event’s top seller and taking the crown as the most valuable 427 Cobra ever sold at public auction with a $5.94 million final sale price.

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Extra content and information:

JP Emerson's Website: www.jpemerson.com

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[email protected]

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Muscle Car Life on Route 66, Clay Fees Interview

18 januari 2021 | 24 min

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

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We are always looking for awesome guests like today’s guest on the show. If you are or know someone that is a Classic Mustang or Muscle Car Era enthusiast, please make an intro directly to me and my production team at [email protected].

Alright let’s get rolling

Today on Ford Mustang, The Early Years podcast we are talking muscle. Our guest Clay Fees is the author of The Age of the Musclecar, which is a history of the muscle car era from 1964-1972. Right is the target zone for many of our Ford Mustang community members. Welcome Clay to the show.

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

Currently, the only Ford I have is a '57 Thunderbird my dad bought as a junior in high school in 1965.

What do you do for a living?:

I work full time with the Oklahoma National Guard and hold the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. I am the State Family Program Director, which means I run all the family support operations, from our Child and Youth program to Casualty Operations and Military Funeral Honors, among many others. I am also a Judge Advocate, which simply means a military lawyer.

I have also written a book, soon to be released by McFarland Publishing, called The Age of the Musclecar, which is a history of the muscle car era from 1964-1972.

Pre-release link: https://mcfarlandbooks.com/product/the-age-of-the-muscle-car/

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: I own a 1966 GTO that I restored back in 1999 and is currently undergoing a fresh repaint.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

I am also in the middle of a complete restoration of a 1969 Road Runner, which is a story in itself, as it has been in paint jail since 2012.

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode:

@GTOKLAHOMA on Twitter https://twitter.com/GTOKLAHOMA

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A Lifelong Passion for Classic American Muscle, Troy Kuyoth Interview

11 januari 2021 | 24 min

From Troy's website

Kuyoth’s Klassics is a restoration facility that utilizes the most recent technology to produce the finest street vehicles around. Whether your classic car is in need of a full or partial restoration, Kuyoth Body & Custom Inc. is well equipped to handle the most challenging demands of any project or customer needs or wants. We restore all make and models of vehicles.

Restorations levels are based according to customer needs and specifications. We also specialize in ‘65 – ‘73 Mustangs and Shelbys. We pride ourselves on working with you to restore your vehicle to the level of your needs, from daily drivers to trailered concourse. We take pride in the meticulous work needed to return these vehicles to showroom condition. Many of our restorations have been featured in different national magazines and on display at national events.

An example of this includes paint and partial assembly for the last Shelby that was personally owned by Carroll Shelby. This vehicle was featured in, as well as on the cover of, Mustang Monthly. It received prime time television exposure and other major media coverage. The vehicle was featured at the SEMA show as well as the Barrett-Jackson Car Auction in Scottsdale, AZ in February 2008. Every one of our restorations is as notable to us as this Shelby was!

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

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Do you own an early year Mustang?:

yes

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

Multiple Shelbys and Mustangs multiple years

What do you do for a living?:

I own a body / restoration shop , mechanical shop and classic car sales business

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

Improvements to hundreds of cars

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

The cars we build have as many improvement as you can imagine my personal collection are built to stock MCA specs

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.:

Troy Kuyoth on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100013453054775

Website: https://www.kuyothbody.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kuyoths_klassics/

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American Muscle Car Museum Owner Mark Pieloch Interview

4 januari 2021 | 41 min

Classic Mustang Enthusiast and Instagram Influencer Dan Castle Shares His Story and Mission

14 december 2020 | 24 min

From our Ford Mustang podcast guest application:

Do you own a early year Mustang?:

yes

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

10 years

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What do you do for a living?:

Military veteran disabled but random side jobs I live in Europe most of the year and work as a hydraulic engineer (Germany)

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car?

The car's name is Seven Leagues sometimes a girl sometimes a guy depending on how it’s running 😂

Are you a supplier of products to Mustang and Classic Car enthusiasts?:

yes

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

I’ve built my car from the bottom up from I6 originally to now v8 standards

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

It’s a daily

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.:

@ClassicStangs https://www.instagram.com/classicstangs/

@ClassicMustangz https://www.instagram.com/classicmustangz/

JP Emerson on Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast: https://www.themustangpodcast.com/episodes/vintage-iron-journalist-automotive-storyteller-jp-emerson-interview

Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host:

Get our episodes in your inbox follow the link in the show notes: www.TheMustangPodcast.com

Special Note:

We have a new show we are producing here at Turnkey Podcast Productions called The JP Emerson Show. JP has been an auto journalist for many years. His interviews have included icons in the world of First Generation Mustang, Drag Racers, Drifters and the like. Tune in today at www.TheMustangPodcast.com/jpemerson or wherever you get your podcasts. Check the link in the show notes for direct access to JP’s latest episodes.

Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.

Creator and Producer of Speed Metal Media, Steve Turner Interview

9 november 2020 | 30 min

Classic Mustang Expert, Auto Journalist and Previous Mustang Monthly Editor, Mark Houlahan Interview

26 oktober 2020 | 48 min

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

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Do you own an early year Mustang?: yes

Please upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.: https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/BRRZO1wTumNs4qiWERA5?My Mustang and P51.jpg?image/jpeg

What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?:

For the past 28 years I've written Mustang-specific content for many of the popular print magazines we all grew up on. I started on Mustang Monthly in 1992, moved around to different brands, and came back to Mustang Monthly as editor for a short while in 2014. From 2014 until the brand's demise in 2019 I was once again the brand's technical editor. Currently I am producing freelance Mustang content for Mustang Hub magazine (print) and Mustang Driver magazine (digital), as well as producing SEO and blog content, and product instructions for Revology Cars.

Is there anything specific you would like to share on the show?

Just enjoy talking with Mustang owners (and potential owners) about this great hobby and doing what I can to promote it, especially to today's youth.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?:

I have my '66 Mustang hardtop, my '90 5.0L LX hatchback, and a Factory Five Racing 427 Cobra replica, and none of them have been named. LOL!

How long have you owned your classic ride?:

I bought it in 1999 and restored it from '99 through '02, so just about 21 years. It needs a little TLC these days.

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

It was a complete restoration, including major panel replacement, full repaint, interior, V-8 drivetrain swap, and more. We did a bunch of hidden mods, including roller cam conversion, ported heads and intake, etc. I did everything but the engine and trans rebuild and the paint and body work.

Do you work on your classic cars yourself or do you have a mechanic or shop do the work?

At 51 it isn't getting any easier, but I do all my own mechanical work on my three "toys" as well as the wife's 2014 Fusion Titanium. I'd love to have a lift, but our two-car garage has standard 8-foot ceilings. Not going to happen! I just take my time getting up off the ground these days! LOL!

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

We just recently fully restored/rebuilt my 1990 Fox Mustang and I'm working out a few odds and ends on it, so once that is wrapped up here soon I'll be focusing my attention back on my '66 Mustang and my Cobra replica. The '66 needs a battery, new tires, and all the fluids changed. The Cobra hopefully needs nothing more than fluids changed and a good cleaning. Sadly I don't get to drive them as much as I would like!

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.:

Instagram at @stangwriter

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The Next Generation Speaks Up, Aaron Duncan Interview

12 oktober 2020 | 31 min

The Duncan Brothers have been building cars privately for 70 years, beginning with brothers Leonard & Barnett Lee Duncan in 1949, followed by Leonard’s sons Rick & Randy Duncan. Now, the 3rd generation of brothers, Aaron & Joey Duncan, are taking it to the next level by offering their custom builds to the public. Aaron Duncan is with us today and we are chatting all things Mustang and a few slightly offbeat ideas that Aaron and Joey are working on today in the world of Classic Mustangs. Welcome Aaron to Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast.

Cover art Photo Credit: @photoswithjoel

Car owned by: The Wilhelm Family

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

Do you own an early year Mustang?:

yes

If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?:

I have two, a 66 and 05. Owned one for 13 years and the other is a very great story.

What do you do for a living?:

I run a hot rod shop (Duncan Brothers Customs) that specializes in reimagining new Mustangs into Vintage Mustang tributes.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car?

My 66 is the Ripper.

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

Foot print gas pedal and so much more!

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

Modern suspension and handling setup at some point and perhaps an EFI setup.

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DuncanBrothersCustoms

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/duncanbrotherscustoms/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/duncanbrotherscustoms

Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host:

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Mustangs, Drag Racing, Road Racing and Car Shows, Rob Kinnan Interview

28 september 2020 | 27 min

Bullitt Revealed, Conversation with Sean Kiernan, Tony Alonso, Brad Bowling, Kevin Marti and Ken Horstmann

17 september 2020 | 54 min

Tony Alonso, author and Mustang expert connected Doug Sandler with this esteemed panel of Bullitt Experts that included:

Sean Kiernan, former Bullitt owner
Brad Bowling, Journalist
Kevin Marti, Mustang expert
Ken Horstmann, Movie producer

From Tony's original guest application:

I co-authored a book with a former Team Mustang engineer on the development of the 2001 Bullitt and 2003-04 Mach 1 Mustangs called "Engineer + Enthusiast = Excitement." I've solo authored a book on the evolution of the three Mustang Bullitt models titled "Mustang Bullitt - Generations." For that book, Brad Bowling and Kevin Marti, Mustang author and expert, respectively, wrote a supplement called "Bullitt Time." "Bullitt Time" is about the original 1968 movie cars. This publication was bundled with my book in what I call the expanded edition.

I'd really like to give listeners a chance to learn about the history of how these cars came to light after almost 50 years of being out of the limelight, and how they influenced the modern cars made in tribute to them. Also, the former owner of the movie car called "559" (which is the last 3 digits of the VIN), Sean Kiernan, is available to participate. He also has been working Ken Hortsmann, a movie producer, on a separate project called "Little Pieces". "Bullitt Time" cross promotes "Little Pieces" on its back cover. Both Brad Bowling and Kevin Marti were interviewed for "Little Pieces". That is being planned as a multi-part movie available on a streaming service. I am trying to raise awareness of the link between the modern Mustang Bullitts and the original movie cars through these connections.

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.:

Twitter: @FMB_Generations

Instagram: fmb_generations

web: www.fmb-generations.com

Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host:

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Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.

The Quest for a Car Lover's Lifelong Dream, Hunter LeMoine interview

7 september 2020 | 28 min

Mustang Hall of Fame Inductee and Iacocca Award Winner, Journalist Donald Farr Interview

31 augusti 2020 | 28 min

Vintage Iron Journalist, Automotive Storyteller, JP Emerson Interview

17 augusti 2020 | 23 min

A Garage Filled With Awesome -- Each Mustang A Keeper. Dave Shaffer Interview

10 augusti 2020 | 31 min

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

Do you own an early year Mustang?: yes

Please upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.: https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/WowLJbzSGyP8mK9CbzWy?all carstogther.jpg?image/jpeg

What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?:

I am the owner of Tier One Technology Partners in Maryland. We help businesses navigate technology and provide support, project management, security and advisory services. I really think there is a connection between computers and older cars. Especially in the 90's as you could easily by parts to "soup up" your computer and then test it for performance increases. I was into cars before computers and believe it is why I connected so easily at first.

Is there anything specific you would like to share on the show?

Just my passion for the hobby and how many great people and places it has introduced me to. The two Hertz rentals when shown together are pretty special.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?:

I talk to them but they don't have specific names

How long have you owned your classic ride?:

1968 J-Code Convertible - First Car - Bought March 13, 1974. 1966 Shelby GT350H - 33 Years. 1969 Shelby GT350 - 30 Years

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

Convertible restored in 2016

1966 Shelby restored in 2018

Do you work on your classic cars yourself or do you have a mechanic or shop do the work? Explain please:

I do all light mechanical myself. Electrical, suspension, top end motor work. Heavier stuff I have a specific person I take the cars to. Getting my tilt away steering in my 1969 Shelby working was something I was especially happy with. Really cool and desirable feature!

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

My cars are pretty much done - now I have to keep them nice. From the moment you restore them they begin deteriorating again :(

Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host:

https://classiccars.com/listings/view/1364368/1966-ford-mustang-for-sale-in-charleston-south-carolina-29412

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Every Mustang is a Keeper for Keith McLeod

3 augusti 2020 | 30 min

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

Please upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.:

https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/QecaVyPUTiNQw561aTF1?1966 Mustang Convertible.jpg?image/jpeg

Mustang Fastback for sale:

First Look (Convertible)

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XDm8mtl9QVa_JFsx9ahQEm45FBTmcQbV/view?usp=sharing

What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?:

No. Never sold a Mustang that I have restored. Beginning to be an issue. Need to build a bigger garage.

Is there anything specific you would like to share on the show?

Local member of car clubs in Charleston, SC

How long have you owned your classic ride?

Blue Coupe purchased in 1979. I was 15 years old

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

I try to restore to factory specs. I only want to drive and show at local shows. Not in it for the trophies or recognition. Just like for people to enjoy the cars. Really love to see a young person like the car. They are welcome to sit in the car and get pictures. If I can I will take them for a ride.

Do you work on your classic cars yourself or do you have a mechanic or shop do the work?

My Dad and I do most of the work. We have several local businesses in Spartanburg, SC that help with welding and body work and paint. They have done a lot of work for us and they are very fair and honest.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

Several projects started. I need to restore the 1965 blue coupe. Would like for it to be factory correct with some safety modifications. Probably add disc brakes and maybe power steering.

Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host:

www.MillennialMustangRegistry.com

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Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.

Millennial Mustang Registry Founder, Bradley Belcher Interview

20 juli 2020 | 34 min

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?:

I run the Millennial Mustang Registry (MMR). www.millennialmustangregistry.com

Is there anything specific you would like to share on the show?

Promoting MMR and encouraging people to join would be wonderful! Even if people aren’t millennials, they probably know one with a Mustang.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?:

Maxine (1965 Mustang Fastback GT)

How long have you owned your classic ride?

9 years. I bought it when I was 13

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

It was a full restoration. It was just a shell that we built from the ground up!

Do you work on your classic cars yourself or do you have a mechanic or shop do the work?

I did a lot of the work myself, but I found local retirees that were willing to teach me how to do the restoration. I did the work with a lot of help in other people’s garages.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?

I don’t have any future plans because right now she is exactly how I want her.

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.

@millennialmustangregistry (instagram)

@bradley_belcher (instagram and Twitter)

https://www.facebook.com/bradley.belcher.50 (Facebook)

https://www.facebook.com/groups/MillennialMustangRegistry (Facebook)

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Mustangs on a Mission registration is NOW -- Aug 22 and Aug 23 Register here:

This is a can't miss, once in a lifetime event from the comfort of your home! This experience includes an online car show, Q&A sessions with industry VIPs, virtual shop tours, and so much more! This is a two-day virtual event that will be held on Zoom, and you will be able to come and go as you please. Aug 22 and 23. Now onto our guest today and how we connected as well.

Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.

Father Son Dynamic Duo Barn Find 66 Rebuild

13 juli 2020 | 24 min

Guest Interview Application

Please upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.

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What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?

I am an intensive care nurse, not at all related to Mustangs! But part of the fun of this project is learning how to work on cars along with my son.

Is there anything specific you would like to share on the show?

Just the story of how I gave my son this classic Mustang for his 5th birthday, the motivation behind it and the progress that we've made so far.

How long have you owned your classic ride?

Nathaniel has had it for about 6 months now.

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?

It was a barn find original, so we're gradually making improvements as we learn how!

Do you work on your classic cars yourself or do you have a mechanic or shop do the work?

We're doing all the work ourselves, including pulling the engine (currently). If we have to respray the car I'll probably have to send it to a professional just so we don't make a mess it.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?

Part of the saga has been discovering just how original the car is, if it wasn't numbers-matching, didn't have original paint, etc. we would have gone with the original plan which was to restomod the car, but it looks like it would be a crime to chop it up since it's such a barn-find original car.

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.:

Instagram: @my_first_mustang

Twitter: @myfirstmustang

YouTube: My First Mustang

Facebook: My First Mustang

Special Notes:

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Mustangs on a Mission registration is NOW

Aug 22 and Aug 23 Register at www.MustangsOnAMission.org

Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.

Mustangs on a Mission registration is NOW -- Aug 22 and Aug 23 Register at MustangsOnAMission.org

Mustangs on a Mission - The Experience

7 juli 2020 | 22 min

Mustangs on a Mission

This is a can't miss, once in a lifetime event from the comfort of your home! This experience includes an online car show, Q&A sessions with industry VIPs, virtual shop tours, and so much more! This is a two-day virtual event that will be held on Zoom, and you will be able to come and go as you please.

Registration Page

https://www.mustangsonamission.org/register

Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/MustangsMissionExperience/

Advisory Committee

Dan Neve

Dan Founded Cruise for a Cause in 2010 and has been very active in supporting cancer research ever since with the nonprofit he created. You may have seen him as he travels to Ford events across the country with his efforts of "Delivering HOPE wherever we go."

Bradley Belcher

President and Founder of the Millennial Mustang Registry (MMR)

Bradley founded the Millennial Mustang Registry in 2018 after he realized the need for a club comprised of only younger Mustang enthusiasts, and he is the proud owner of a 1965 Mustang Fastback GT that he restored alongside his dad.

Mike Rey

Mike is the President of the Mustang Owners Club of SouthEastern Michigan (aka MOCSEM), and he was a member of Ford Launch Teams for the 2015 Mustang and the 2015 Shelby GT350.Mike is also a proud recipient of the Lee Iacocca Award.

Mustang Marie

Having spent the majority of her professional career in the auto industry today’s guest is known to her admirers (and she has many over 20,000 on social media) as Mustang Marie. Natasha, as she is professionally known in her day gig, is the Senior Social Publisher at GTB team for Ford.

Jaron Cole

Jaron is a long time Mustang enthusiast that created Mustang Fan Club as an outlet to share his passion for the Ford Mustang. Mustang Fan Club is a community he created to fuel the Mustang enthusiast with all types of Mustang related content.

Doug Sandler

Doug is an entrepreneur and podcast industry leader. His book, Nice Guys Finish First is a #1 ranked Amazon Best Seller. Doug is the host of Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast and has been a Mustang enthusiast his entire life. In 2019, he bought his first classic Mustang, a 1965 convertible. Doug is a nationally recognized speaker, writer, and founder of TurnKey Podcast Productions, providing podcast production, editing and launch services.

Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host:

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Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.

The Little Inline 6 That Could, Mark Carbonaro Interview

22 juni 2020 | 45 min

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

Please upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.

What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?

Radio engineer.

Is there anything specific you would like to share on the show? If you are in the classic car business (selling, repairing, restoring, products or services provided to owners) what can we promote on the show to our community of Mustang owners?

Enhancing the performance of an I6 Mustang

How long have you owned your classic ride?

43

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?

Everything

Do you work on your classic cars yourself or do you have a mechanic or shop do the work? Explain please

Sometimes but not very much. I have tools and equipment but no time

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?

New engine, carburetor, distributor, cylinder head

A fan letter from today's guest:

Just listened to your podcast on Mustang values and I agree with your analysis. I just wanted to add the following - I think that the only Mustang that really benefits from restomod (as far improving its resale value) is the common street variety six-cylinder automatic. Originally these cars were nothing more than glorified Falcons and when compared to the V8 289 are inadequate in every respect.

So if you add 14 inch wheels, a new suspension with a heavy duty sway bar, disc brakes, AC, 3-row radiator, fan shroud, high-flow thermostat & water pump, headers, aluminum cylinder head*, 2bbl or 4bbl carburetor, high-performance camshaft, high-performance distributor (DUI), shift kits (for AT)., power brake booster, etc. If you spend the money to really jazz up the six-cylinder and turn it into something very unique and special, then I think you have a vehicle which will be highly desired and one that you can feel safe driving on today's roads.

I agree that messing with "K" cars and other special value vintage Mustangs is a dangerous thing to do, but when it comes to the lowly six cylinder, modifications can only make it a better vehicle.

Mark

PS - Vintage Inlines in Fraser, Michigan makes a beautiful aluminum cylinder head with individual runners to each cylinder. This improvement gets rid of Ford's horrible log head on the six-cylinder 200 and the exhaust side of the cylinder head replaces the awful "siamese" port on the exhaust of cylinders 3 & 4 where many an exhaust gasket has died (what idiot at Ford came up with the siamese exhaust port anyway?).

Mustang Beginnings (Daniel)

http://www.mustangbeginnings.com/

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Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.

National Director of the Mustang Club of America, Robin Paulsell Interview

1 juni 2020 | 40 min

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

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Do you own an early year Mustang?:

yes

Please upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.:

What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?:

I own two businesses, a pipeline inspection and cleaning company and a classic car restoration shop.

Is there anything specific you would like to share on the show? If you are in the classic car business (selling, repairing, restoring, products or services provided to owners) what can we promote on the show to our community of Mustang owners? :

I'm a Mustang Club of America National Director and Gold Card Judge. My 16 year old daughter Paige has been restoring and showing her 65 Mustang since age 12.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?:

I have several but my first a 64 1/2 Coupe is named 6T4NHAF

How long have you owned your classic ride?:

I got my first classic car 16 years ago.

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

All facets of the work.

Do you work on your classic cars yourself or do you have a mechanic or shop do the work? Explain please:

Yes but I also have a master mechanic and a body/paint man that work for me.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

It never ends.

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.:

Robin Paulsell

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Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.

The Doc is Back - Chris Ingrassia from Mustang Restorations Inc.

25 maj 2020 | 45 min

Matching Numbers, Your Birthday and Your Classic Mustang

18 maj 2020 | 24 min

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

Do you own an early year Mustang?: yes

Please upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.:

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What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?:

I currently work as a cyber security analyst / system administrator.

Is there anything specific you would like to share on the show?

I would like to share the story of the car and my grandparents as I remember them. How I ended up the car and the multiple times it was almost sold, as well as how my wife talked me out of it each time. Only to find out recently that it was built on the exact same day I was born.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?:

Not yet ...I am looking for a name embodies both of our spirits

How long have you owned your classic ride?:

In the family since 1965.

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

I have just started the restoration project.

Do you work on your classic cars yourself or do you have a mechanic or shop do the work?

My father and I went through the car when I was 15, motor rebuild, transmission rebuild. I will be doing most of the work on the current project myself.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

Full teardown and body restoration with chassis re-enforcements. I plan to modernize the suspension and brakes.

Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host:

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Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.

3-D Printing Your Classic Mustang Parts, Back to the Future with Keith Kelley

11 maj 2020 | 31 min

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

Please upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.:

What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?:

Dixmont, Maine.

April 1st 1964 - build date

Is there anything specific you would like to share on the show?

I would speak about my car, how found, how restored, how found previous owners, and how have my students help me work on car and use 3D printer to make parts for the car.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?:

AMust64

How long have you owned your classic ride?:

1992 purchased restored 2005 driven ever since

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

Restored body panels, floors, structure, convertible top, rebuilt motor & transmission, restored to daily driver quality. Still need to restore the interior and get another paint job. Restored car from inside out.... driver train & motor, body work. Drove car in primer (without top) for one year figuring out any driving issues.

Do you work on your classic cars yourself or do you have a mechanic or shop do the work?

I found a body shop with someone who loved Mustang, I would pay him for what he could do (welding, cutting, painting) and he let me do what he could train me to do or I could learn. I could grind down spot welds, wire wheel and clean. I could prep surfaces by sanding for paint. What I couldn't do I had a specialist do, like rebuild the motor, rebuild generator/starter motors, power steering units. I used youtube and internet research to help learn what I didn't know.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

I have not restored the interior since it is so original, but as the seats have ripped I will redo interior. Once that is done then I will redo the paint job to fix issues (it is a Black car that shows everything) I would like to restore parts that I did replacements like a crushed bumper or a fender.. so the original parts I still have go back on the car rather then any replacement parts. That will be over time as I gain expertise since labor is the most expensive part of restoring the car not the parts.

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.:

Twitter: @keitkelley

Here is a web album of relevant pictures of my car

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Blog

https://amust1964.blogspot.com/

Twitter: @keitkelley

Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host:

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If you are a buyer looking for a dream car or a seller that has a classic pony for sale head over to www.TheMustangPodcast.com/marketplace and share your dream, we will match buyers and sellers.

Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.

Ford's FIRST Mustang Owners, Gail and Tom Wise

4 maj 2020 | 33 min

Chapters 5 and 6, Mustang Original Owners Series, The Final Installment

27 april 2020 | 28 min

Chapters 3 and 4 Original Owner Mustang Series

20 april 2020 | 32 min

Chapters 1 and 2 Original 1st Generation Mustang Owners Series

13 april 2020 | 46 min

More from Jeff Hayes, featured on today's show:

Powerhouse Mustang Lineup John Clor, Mike Rey, Jimmy Dinsmore, Mustang Marie and Jim Chatas

6 april 2020 | 63 min

The lineup includes:

Jim Chatas

The owner of motor city grind Jim Chatas know his Mustang stuff when it comes to restoration, repair or complete rebuild he is ready to go. All about the service, excited to have Jim Chatas on the panel today. Motor City Grind Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/motorcitygrind17/?hl=en

Mustang Marie

Our busiest person on the panel today is Mustang Marie Having spent the majority of her professional career in the auto industry today’s guest is known to her admirers (and she has many over 20,000 on social media) Her day to day gig as Senior Social Publisher at GTB, she leads all Mustang-related content strategy on the Mustang Facebook page, Mustang Twitter page, Ford Instagram and Ford YouTube channels. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mustang.marie/?hl=en

Mike Rey

Mike Rey is the National Director of Marketing and Sales for Ford’s Treasured Collectibles Official Archives Collection.

Mike is also President of Mustang Owners Club of Southeastern Michigan (MOCSEM)

To his credit he was on the launch team with Ford for the 2015 Mustang and GT350

John Clor

Veteran journalist John Clor has owned, raced, worked on and written about Fords and Mustangs for 45 years. After a 15-year career at The Detroit News, Clor shifted to automotive journalism with stints at AutoWeek and later Edmunds.com. He joined the Ford Special Vehicle Team in 1995 and spent the better part of the next decade working on SVT Communications, PR and Marketing. Since 2007 he’s been directing a club outreach program born at Ford Racing that is now known as Ford Performance Club Connect. John also hosts a show called “Cars In Context” that has evolved from local cable access to YouTube, and is the proud owner of two ’70s era Mustangs, including one that he calls "a long-term project." The Mustang Dynasty

Jimmy Dinsmore

Mustang expert, author and auto enthusiast Jimmy Dinsmore built a friendship with legendary designer and Ford employee Gale Halderman, the story is explained in detail in Jimmy Dinsmore’s book, Mustang By Design.

Show info:

Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host:

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If you are a buyer looking for a dream car or a seller that has a classic pony for sale head over to www.TheMustangPodcast.com/marketplace and share your dream, we will match buyers and sellers.

Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.

A Pony Trifecta: Fastback, Convertible, Coupe

30 mars 2020 | 38 min

Classic Mustang Race Car Driver, Jason Swenk, Interview

23 mars 2020 | 28 min

Five Owners, Five Stories: 1st Generation Panel Discussion

16 mars 2020 | 49 min

Roush Performance Key Player, Jack Roush Jr., Interview

9 mars 2020 | 22 min

Here's some of the topics we go over today on Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast:

Tell me about Roush Performance when you were a little kid, what do you remember most about growing up in the Roush house?
When did you know you were going to get involved in the family business?
Would you say there was a learning curve or did it come naturally for you?
You shared some proud moments with your dad Jack Roush. Can you share some of those moments?
Talk for a moment about Classic Mustangs. Have you always been a fan or was it an acquired taste?
Is there still place at Roush Performance for the early gen mustangs with everything as modern as it is at Roush Performance?
What do your day to day responsibilities look like?
What’s in your garage?
What does the future look like at Roush
Dinner time guests. I’m sure you’ve had chance to meet many icons in the day. You get up to 5 invites from the world of Mustang to invite to dinner. Who are they?

Answers to our Ford Mustang podcast interview Q&A:

Do you own a early year Mustang?:

yes

What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?:

I've worked at ROUSH Performance, my family's business, for twelve years. Prior to that, I did consulting work on the web side of the business with my old tech start-up. I also grew up racing go karts. In 2004-5, I drag raced Mustangs in the NMRA Modular Muscle class, and began my professional road racing career in 2006, racing Mustangs in IMSA. Since that time, I've also raced in the World Challenge and SRO (in England) series.

Is there anything specific you would like to share on the show?

We have a new vehicle that's pretty relevant here: The 2020 Jack Roush Edition Mustang. It's a tribute vehicle for my father, his achievements, and the love that he, our company, and our family has had for the Mustang since it was first introduced. At 775hp, it's the most powerful Mustang that we've ever produced, and with the optional light weight forged track wheels and racing slicks, it can pull 1.14g on the skid pad. And there are many other enhancements to it as well, including massive cooling upgrades, an active aerodynamic carbon wing, and more...

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?:

1964 1/2 289 Hi-Po

How long have you owned your classic ride?:

Since 1991

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

Our company has restored it from top to bottom. I rebuilt the engine over the winter break of my freshman year of college.

Do you work on your classic cars yourself or do you have a mechanic or shop do the work?

Mostly our special projects team does this work now. I'd love to dive back into it one day.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

I have toyed with the thought of taking a 1970 Boss Mustang and modifying it. If I were to do this project, it would be pretty big -- suspension, brakes, wheels/tires, paint, roll cage, seat/harness...

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.:

Roush Performance website: https://www.roushperformance.com/

Personal: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jack.roush.73

Instagram: jackroushjr

Twitter: @jackroushjr

ROUSH Performance

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ROUSHperformance/

Instagram: roushperformance

Twitter: @ROUSHperf

Are you a supplier of products and/or services to Mustang and Classic Car enthusiasts?:

yes

Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host:

Get our episodes in your inbox follow the link in the show notes: www.TheMustangPodcast.com

If you are a buyer looking for a dream car or a seller that has a classic pony for sale head over to www.TheMustangPodcast.com/marketplace and share your dream, we will match buyers and sellers.

Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.

Brand Ambassador and Founder of Mustang Owners Club, Klaus Stadler Interview

2 mars 2020 | 28 min

Answers to questions on the podcast guest interview application:

Do you own an early year Mustang?:

yes

What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?:

I am Mustang Klaus the founder and CEO of the biggest private Mustang Club. The Mustang Owners Club. With over 420.000 members and fellows. Monthly reach out to over 23 Million. Since 1 year Automobil Influencer Ranking in the Top 3, 4th time No. 1. Mustang is my passion and the MOC my job now.

Is there anything specific you would like to share on the show?

Mustang Owners Club present every year a highlight at Europe biggest tuning car Show, the Essen Motor Show. 2019 I present my officially licensed by Terlingua Racing Team Mustang. A 2010 Terlingua Convertible, the and only in the world.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?:

Black Beauty

How long have you owned your classic ride?:

10 years

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

Everything…

Do you work on your classic cars yourself or do you have a mechanic or shop do the work?

I am a car technician

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

Borla Exhaust, Drake Muscle car parts, Silver horse Racing parts, K&N Filters...

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.:

Mustang Owners Club

Instagram

Twitter

Watch giveaway -- send an email directly to me to win the Mustang watch. One entry will be selected in the next 30 days. [email protected] in the subject line write “WATCH”

Spread the love about a new segment on the show called Mustang Marketplace, matching buyers and sellers together. If you have a Classic Mustang for sale OR are looking for a Classic Mustang, head to TheMustangPodcast.com/marketplace. On that page there are links for both buyers and sellers to share their info.

Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host:

Get our episodes in your inbox follow the link in the show notes: www.TheMustangPodcast.com

Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.

Mustang Marie, Enthusiast and Social Media Influencer, Interview

24 februari 2020 | 43 min

Questions I ask Mustang Marie:

Natasha versus Mustang Marie -- which is your preference?
Who inspired you?
Why the fascination with classic Mustangs?
Are you a social media pro turned Mustang fanatic or Mustang fanatic turned social media pro?
Tell me all about your purchase -- name, rank and specs do tell.
Why was having a survivor important to you?
Are you are a wash and wax owner or an under the hood enthusiast?
Will Raven (your Classic Mustang) be a daily driver?
What’s your day to day with GTB?
What is your goal as Mustang Marie?
Who is on your dinner list? 5 invites are at your disposal. Who’s coming to dinner, alive or dead?

Links mentioned on the show today:

Gone in 60 seconds - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0071571/

Legendary Motor Cars - https://www.legendarymotorcar.com/

Stallion Auto Sport - http://www.stallionautosport.com/

The Big Reveal (Mustang Marie takes ownership of Raven): https://www.instagram.com/tv/B3z0iNghAVu/?igshid=p2nsikwgg7iy

Social Handles:

Instagram: @mustang.marie
Facebook: @mustangsandmarie
Twitter: @mustang_marie
YouTube: Mustang Marie
Website: mustangmarie.com

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

Do you own an early year Mustang?:

yes

What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?:

I work for GTB, one of Ford's marketing agencies, and I am the lead Senior Social Publisher for Ford Mustang social content, as well as the Social Content Manager for the GT500 Track Tour program. In my spare time, I also manage my own brand, "Mustang Marie" - a social media personality and influencer that educates and informs the community about Mustangs, with a specific focus on first generation.

Is there anything specific you would like to share on the show? If you are in the classic car business (selling, repairing, restoring, products or services provided to owners) what can we promote on the show to our community of Mustang owners? :

I would love to share my story about how Mustang Marie started, and how that led to my job working with Ford.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?:

Yes. Her name is Raven.

How long have you owned your classic ride?:

Since October 19, 2019.

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

She is a true survivor car, and I want her to stay that way. All I've really done is had her professionally detailed (a ceramic wax to protect her original paint, and a ceramic coat to protect the chrome), as well as repairs to two tears we found in the upholstery, and some other extremely minor fixes.

Do you work on your classic cars yourself or do you have a mechanic or shop do the work? Explain please:

Since Raven was bought through Legendary Motor Car, they fixed any minor issues they saw before the car was sent off to detailing. In the future, I plan on doing more work myself.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

Absolutely nothing. She's a true survivor, so keeping her as original as possible is the ultimate goal. It would really just continue to ensure she's running at her best.

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.:

Instagram: @mustang.marie

Facebook: @mustangsandmarie

Twitter: @mustang_marie

YouTube: Mustang Marie

Website: mustangmarie.com

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Brand Builder for Saleen Automotive, West Coast Customs and Shelby, Amy Boylan Interview

17 februari 2020 | 41 min

Topics we discuss on today's episode:

Mike Rey and John Clor referral -- you are in amazing company. How did you get tangled up with those guys?
Dinner table -- pick 5 Mustang/Ford heroes you would want to have dinner with?
Talk to me about your superpower for a moment, what do you think it is?
What’s in your garage?
Coupe, Convertible or Fastback
Bullitt -- overpriced or priced right?
Mach-E -- thoughts?
Who are your influences, inspirations and models that you’ve followed?
What mark do you want to leave in the automotive world?
What has been your proudest accomplishment?

Q&A directly from the shows interview application:

What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?:

I am on the board of Saleen Automotive. I have been president of Saleen, Shelby and west coast customs. I also ran hot wheels

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?: I was born a Chevy girl but became a mustang girl when I started working for Shelby

About Amy Boylan:

On LinkedIN -- My expertise is in building brands, team building, licensing, strategic planning and partnerships. My focus is building brands with quality and finding the right partnerships to help grow and diversify through licensing, channel marketing and sponsorships.

Focus production, sales and marketing on common goals to grow and expand the company/brand. Fixing under performing companies and making them profitable.

Amy Boylan previously served as President/COO of Saleen (sah - leen) Automotive, an American manufacturer of high-performance specialty sports cars.

"We are very excited to have Amy Boylan as the President/COO of Saleen® Automotive Inc.," said CEO Steve Saleen. "Her unique experience in the automotive world will help grow the Saleen Brand and bring more focus to the Mustang business."

Boylan's responsibilities will include overseeing the day-to-day running of the company including operations, sales, marketing, licensing, sponsorships, and partnerships. She will be based at Saleen's Southern California state-of-the-art headquarters. Her unparalleled competence in the automotive world will help grow the Mustang business and bring focus to the Saleen® brand. Boylan is an automotive enthusiast with expertise in building brands, licensing, strategic planning, and partnerships with tenure at Mattel, Shelby American, and West Coast Customs.

"I am excited to join Steve Saleen and the team. Steve has a 33-year history of building amazing vehicles and I am eager to help bring it to the next level," said Boylan. "Steve Saleen has built a complete OEM facility that includes design, development, and engineering; I am looking forward to being part of the history of Saleen®Automotive."

Boylan, an expert at streamlining and optimizing corporate operations joins Saleen® following a successful tenures as President/COO of West Coast Customs, and Shelby Automobiles where she grew the companies' reach through key partnerships, licensing, parts, mainstreaming production, and restructuring the brands.

Boylan's background also includes a long stint at Mattel, where she built its Barbie software division into a $140 million enterprise, re-organized the company's Hot Wheels and Entertainment division, and increased sales in its Hot Wheels adult Collector division. Boylan built and implemented the Hot Wheels Online Collector Clubs, now a multi-million dollar collector business.

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Cover Art: Steve Strope's Martini Mustang

YouTuber Andrew Meyer, The Grease Rookie Interview

10 februari 2020 | 39 min

Ford Mustang community, if you are looking to buy or sell a Classic Mustang, head over to www.TheMustangPodcast.com/marketplace and we will share your Mustang (if a seller) or your wish list (if you are a buyer). Every week we will select a spotlight Mustang on our show.

Directly from the show's preliminary Q&A:

What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?:

I help manage a marketing team for a company outside of the automotive industry. I mostly manage staff, video production and social media.

Is there anything specific you would like to share on the show? If you are in the classic car business (selling, repairing, restoring, products or services provided to owners) what can we promote on the show to our community of Mustang owners? :

I'm currently growing my YouTube channel, Grease Rookie. Eventually, I hope to use it to support my hobby working on cars and inspire others to take on similar projects.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?:

The Iron 6

How long have you owned your classic ride?:

7 months

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

Freed the engine, rebuilt the carburetor, rebuilt the cooling system, rebuilt the entire braking system, repainted the wheels.

Do you work on your classic cars yourself or do you have a mechanic or shop do the work? Explain please:

I do everything myself. I learn best by doing the hands on work. It’s always been the fastest way for me to learn and build my skill set. If I don't know how to do something, I generally turn to YouTube and forums for a starting point.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

I will be removing all rust and replacing any damaged sheet metal. The car will be repainted and the interior will have all the necessary updates to change it from blue to black.

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.:

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/GreaseRookie

Instagram: @greaserookie

Ford Mustang community, if you are looking to buy or sell a Classic Mustang, head over to www.TheMustangPodcast.com/marketplace and we will share your Mustang (if a seller) or your wish list (if you are a buyer). Every week we will select a spotlight Mustang on our show.

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https://ford-mustang-the-first-generation-the-early-years-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/tom-scarpello-revology-founder-interview

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The Master Connector, Mike Rey, Shares His Mustang A-List

3 februari 2020 | 39 min

Show Sponsor:

MotorCity Grind - Jim Chatas

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Links mentioned in the show:

Tom Scarpello, Revology Episode:

Roush Performace Engines

https://www.roushperformance.com/engines

Transcript from today's episode with Mike Rey

Doug Sandler 0:01

Ford Mustang Early Years Community, welcome back. Let me share some accolades about today's guest, Mike Rey. Number one, he's coming back for a second time, which means we did something right AND he said he's heard some really good feedback from you guys about his first appearance here. Mike Rey is the National Director of Marketing and Sales, for Ford's Treasure Collectibles Official Archives Collection, but he's also manager and president of the largest International regional Mustang club (MOCSEM) Mustang Owners Club of South Eastern Michigan, and was on the official launch team for Ford in the 2015 Mustang and the GT 350. Talking about some stories and doing some things around the Mustang club, here to talk Mustangs membership and modifications. Welcome back to the show. Mike,

Mike Rey 2:19

Thank you so much for having me. I appreciate coming back.

Doug Sandler 2:21

You're a wealth of information. Man. I love having you here. And thank you for sharing so many of your connections with me. I've gotten a ton of of research done and a lot of people that have agreed to come on the show. And I would say mostly because of you and the positive words you've said about this show what gives man you know, I try to keep my reputation under the under the covers here.

Mike Rey 2:41

Absolutely. And I love helping out and I actually have more extensive list to share with you as well. People I think are very crucial in the Mustang community from day one, before the car was even built to the current day. So I have a lot more that I can share with you that I think would make the show amazing and what your listeners want to hear.

Doug Sandler 2:57

Oh, that is great. And I want to tease a couple of Although we haven't gotten commitment from anybody yet from from Mike's list, we have gotten at least a lot of a lot of levels of interest and, and maybe share a name or two. And again, if you don't know these Ford Mustang community, if you don't know these names, it's okay, you're going to know them because I'm going to do my best to make sure I get them here on the air. And, you know, not everybody can be at the reputation to the level of Mike, but we are going to have some folks that are that are amazing and can can share a lot of great stuff. So who can we tease a little bit Mike here?

Mike Rey 3:28

Well, I would definitely say Dave Pericak, who is the global director of foreign icons right now, who's basically in charge of all the fun stuff so GT 500 Gt 350 Mustang, Bronco, Ford Raptor, the Ford GT the new Ford Mach-E, everything Dave's in charge of all that. Wow. Okay, so that's, that's a good one again, we're gonna tease these a little bit and I'm gonna do my best Ford Mustang community you're gonna hold me responsible for making sure if that if those guests don't make their way to the to our airwaves. It's only because I screwed up. Not because I didn't get me the lead. It's now up to me to to to make sure I bring it in yet another tease would be my former boss at Selene. Amy Boylan. So if anybody's been in the Mustang community for all the years, she was a former president and CEO of Shelby American and brought Shelby to all its glory back in the early 2000s.

Doug Sandler 4:21

That's great. So I'm really excited to reach out to both of them hopefully, they'll both be positive. I've also reached out to a good connection that Mike has also her name is Mustang Marie. And, and she has agreed to be on the show. She's we're waiting for her to pick a date. Hopefully she'll hear this and be guilted into a little bit and hopefully she'll be on here. If you don't know her. She has a Instagram following of thousands. She's got some great photos up there. Not only of herself with the cars but some great cars, some great modifications and some great great classic rides, as well. And Mike again, thank you so much for for all the great connections you made for us.

Mike Rey 4:56

Mustang Marie is gonna be awesome for you and she just finally got her Mustang. She's going to tell you that story which is just just absolutely incredible that she's been such a Mustang fan for her whole life and never actually owned a Mustang until now. And it is a first generation Mustang. You know what some more we're going to talk about today too Doug is that I might be able to get you a reach out for Jack Roush Jr. being on the show. He does inteviews every now and then and we are going to be talking about Roush a little bit today. Definitely can reach out to jack for you and see if you'd like to do a episode with you.

Doug Sandler 4:59

So let's and I appreciate that very much. And that would be that would be a major win. So let's start there. Because I'm really curious because I really don't know a lot about Roush Performance. But you had approached me with maybe this is a subject on today's show. So I started doing some research and some background check about what Roush is all about. So why don't you tell me the position that you that you take about some of their products and then maybe we can share a little bit of your experience with them as well?

Mike Rey 5:49

Yeah, I was very fortunate to spend four years at Roush. I'm in the marketing department, basically running marketing being marketing manager. Great, great assets of people there. We had an amazing team to put a lot of cool stuff together and what Roush is, is Roush is a manufacturer, but they actually take the Mustang to the next level and now it's f 150s to the next level and they do Raptors and they're doing Super Duty so they keep expanding as they go. But so you're taking a really cool product and forgiving you and they're making it just a tad bit even better, if that's even possible, right? So like even rafter like what could you possibly do to a raptor? Well, that Ross record actually really, really does really well and really performs to the highest level.

Doug Sandler 6:33

Well, I'm looking at some of the products that they have online everything from spoilers to facials, two scoops to louvers to spoilers in the back and skirts I mean it's a pretty cool and they do a lot with it looks like exhausts and graphics and grills and all sorts of things too.

Mike Rey 6:49

And the number one thing is probably the superchargers So, you know they're partners with Ford Performance, doing their supercharger, which is one of the best selling superchargers there is on the market and gives us the Power and back. So my full warranty. One of the things I'm very proud of that Roush that I got to accomplish was there is to make the connection and bond between relish performance and for performance and title it partners in performance. So if you see that tagline anywhere that was one of my brainchild that I actually got per, you know, approved by Ford, Henry Ford and Pericak. And Jim Owens all got that approved for me. And that was it still to this day is partners of performance. So that forever linked Roush Performance and Ford Performance together.

Doug Sandler 7:31

So what's the connection between some of the classic car or some of the classic Mustang so even the first generations back to the to the mid 60s? What's the connection between a mid 60s owner and in a current owner Do you know of a later model or a late model Mustang Do you see a lot of overlap them repeating the purchase and getting now that they've had a classic ride they want something in addition to having that one that they keep in the garage and just kind of baby and love. They're having one that they can actually get out there and really enjoy the speed that they that That a late model can offer.

Mike Rey 8:01

Yeah, absolutely. So like the first gen owners definitely want to keep that and drive it around and show that off because that's their pride and joy and they want to be able to do that in like the local car shows, things like that. But if you're in Michigan and you want to drive out to California and you want a newer one, you know, you're not going to want to take that older one on that ride. And, you know, actually Roush offers for both people. So a lot of first generation cars are dropping what they call crate engines in there. Whether it could be a new Coyote with a Roush supercharger on it or an old 427 or something that you want to drop in. Roush still builds all those motors for all the old first gen cars and offers that's all the consumers that actually own those vehicles still, who want to do it and a lot of the big vehicles that you see across going across Barrett, the old Hot Rods and stuff or even 32 Fords things like that. All of a lot of them have Roush engines in it so that they're well known in that industry. And then in the newer phase, people are buying the Mustang automatically want to get the Roush exhaust on it are the Roush supercharger, things like that. So they're very, very well known throughout the whole community from the first generation to current.

Doug Sandler 9:05

Take me through a little bit of the process. So let's say that somebody that's in our listening community, which many people in our listening community have those first gen models. So let's just take a typical 65 or 66, classic, Mustang. And they want to do this what's the I'm not, I'm not holding you responsible for knowing the exact process that Roush goes through when they when they install or when they when they share a crate with you. But how does that process work? Like I would have no idea where to even begin on something like that. So where does somebody that's listening, even think about the opportunity to drop something Roush under the hood,

Mike Rey 9:37

They're usually at a lot of local shows. And that's you brought it up just like a perfect segue into a new one is Jim Kemp is the head of Roush engines, I can set up an interview with you too is that with him is that he can actually provide all that information in great detail but usually what happens is there's a website on Roush that you can get into the engine area. I'd have to get that for you they specific link for you. But also, they're usually at the shows like they were just recently at Barrett Jackson there at the Good Guys show, which is a lot of the older cars, if you will, first generations. And you can talk to them and get your specs and tell them what you're wanting. And then they can basically custom build the engine for you and put in your car. A cool story that we did that actually put this in effect, it's a more of a newer engine, but we put it into an older car. You ever heard of Jeff Allen, which is another list. He did a TV show that was called Chasing Cars. It was on TV A few years ago, and it ran like three or four episodes. You got to look him up. But when I was at Roush, he was doing a special Sema project and it was with a 63 Falcon. It's known as Ronin. And if you Google that you guys can see the pictures and everything what we did on that car and it was a 63 Falcon that he wanted to soup up and we put the 400 in it will put the Roush supercharger in it and the really cool thing is he notched the hood to where you could actually only see the Roush superchargers sticking out of the hood, that's all you see. So that was really Really cool and it won all kinds of awards at SEMA and it was one of the really crazy cool build but in like basically a first gen. Ford, you know from that from that area from 1963. So in that era of the first generation Mustang so that it just goes hand in hand with what we can do to customize it to whatever the customer wants.

Doug Sandler 11:20

It's amazing. I'm looking at some of the engines directly online right now and Ford Mustang community. I'll make sure I put a link in the show notes to to Roush engines, but it's Roushperformance.com/engine and literally it is a laundry list of every kind of engine that will that will get your eyes twirlin' here. It's everything from the 331SRX all the way up to the 5.0 Coyotes, amazing stuff in there. Wow this you know, this is the kind of stuff where I get in front of my computer and all of the stuff I have on my to do list for the day just kind of evaporates, sitting in front of the computer. Just looking at all the cool stuff on it and Again, these are these are crate engines. So these are these are brand new engines and amazing, amazing Look, I'm sure they make it. So what happens if you put something like this into into a classic Mustang? And again, I'm not expecting you know all the mechanical details of it and all as I certainly don't myself, but what happens if you put something like this into a car and the rest of the car isn't compatible meaning you don't have a transmission that can that can hold the torque that this thing is going to create or you don't have, you know the the right suspension to kind of handle this properly. What do you need to match everything up? I would assume, don't you?

Mike Rey 12:33

Yes, absolutely. Jim and his team will tell you like what's going to be needed to hold this car down to the ground. And then also there's other partners to like we have Gateway Classic Mustang, who another one I can get you there there but they specify and specifically in suspension and performance. So if you're doing any kind of racing, whether it be drag racing, whether it be road course racing, whether what it would be they are the pros that suspension for all Mustangs from first generation two currents, and the majority they would they do it first gen Mustangs, so they're out of the Missouri area and they just do great, great things that would complement a Roush engine going into a vehicle.

Doug Sandler 13:12

It's a it's amazing as again, as I'm looking at this, the technical specs of this stuff, the tech specs, it's 425 horsepower, Ford steel crankshaft it's Coyote engine 302. 425 horsepower, 475 foot pounds of torque. It's like, Oh my gosh, I like I said I could get lost in this in this forever. And I'm not a mechanical guy. But just the look and the feel of these. I mean, I could just imagine opening up my, my 65 convertible downstairs in the garage and just open it up and just seeing this brand new 5.0 in there. That would be crazy, ultra expensive. Crazy. Amazing.

Mike Rey 13:48

Well, then that also allows you to if you got, you know, like I said, you said you had talked to Tom Scarpello before and that's basically the old car outside, new stuff inside. So that would allow you to go from Michigan to California on a road trip.

Doug Sandler 13:59

Exactly. Yeah. That was Tom was a great guest from from Revology. I don't remember the exact episode number. I'll look it up. And I'll make sure I put that in the show notes as well. But yeah, really fun. So what else can you tell me about Roush because their products look really cool.

Mike Rey 14:15

So Roush is a lot. You know, they're known for engineering and every other thing they've been around for over 40 years, and been building cars since 1995. And now the big thing is, is that 150s with them, so it's at least when I left there, it was like 75% of sales were F150s. So three to one over Mustang, actually. So that's where the world's going is to the pickup truck era. And F150 was definitely the king for that. But yeah, I got the chance to work with Jack Roush Jr, who was absolutely amazing fun to work with. Get that super down to earth guy. A hell of a racer on the road course. I've been in the car with him on road course and just watched him lap people and we were in one of his Focuses. So and we're laughing must things with 800, 900 horsepower. That's how good Jack is. So I think you'd be a really really cool guest to be on but Roush offers basically anything you want whether it's a parts play, whether it's a whole vehicle, whether it's taking a vehicle and upgrading it afterwards. If you're doing a truck if you want to go off road, they offer the off road accessories for that the off road suspension. Everybody wants to Roush to exhaust on their vehicle whether it be Mustang or truck so yeah, definitely definitely the way to go and they have a lot of dealerships all around the country to more so than anyone else in the in the aftermarket industry.

Doug Sandler 15:34

Geez, thanks for all the information and for Mustang community if you're not in the market right now for a crate engine, but you do want a good tumbler they do have a really nice cup on their website and Roushgear.com also they have great shirts and hats, and even if you can't play the part by having a crate engine dropped into your dropped into your classic ride. You certainly can play the part by wearing the the very nice t shirt as well.

Doug Sandler 16:00

Yeah, I agree. I agree. So let's move over to to membership a little bit. Tell me a little bit about what's going on in the in the club scene we didn't really have a lot of time to talk last time, specifically about about MOCSEM, but I really do want to find out, you know a little bit more about the whole membership idea. There's probably a ton of people in our community that that aren't part of any Mustang clubs and, you know, maybe share some of the advantages and some of the stories that you have going on with your regional club.

Mike Rey 16:24

Let me share a few of my favorite things really quickly as there's been four huge events. That, to me stand out more than any. I've done hundreds of hundreds with the club over the last 15 years. But one was when I was presented with the Lee Iacocca award at the Mustang Memory Show. And one of my best friends John Clor, you know, was the one who surprised me and presented it to me at the show. So there's only about 100 people in the world that have that award. It doesn't exist anymore. To the Mustang community that's basically the Mustang Hall of Fame, if you will. So very, very honored to have That and I was surprised at the muscle memory show and John was the one actually presented to me, which ironically, takes me to the second event. It was our 50th Heroes banquet so celebrating 50 years of Mustang in 2014. We did a heroes banquet here the weekend of our show, and I in return got to present John me and Dave Pericak presented John with his Lee Iacocca was at that event, but that event is still titled and labeled as the greatest 50th anniversary Mustang events in the world that ever happened. And that was here in Dearborn, Michigan, during 2014, and it was our club who hosted that and ran it we have 60 different heroes from Gale Halderman and Hal Sperlich and Edsel Ford to the current team, which was the Pericak team. We had everybody throughout those 50 years. We had about 60 different people know from clay modelers to engineers to marketing team to Vice President. Everybody was there and We we set them up in a horseshoe shaped design out in the lobby after the banquet and let them sign autographs for everybody and created a keepsake for everybody to take. And they went around and they were there to almost two in the morning, starting at 8pm signing autographs, that's how long and everybody wanted to be with them and taking pictures and hearing stories. And it was just an unforgettable event and probably our most proud event we've ever put on as a Car Club. So those are things that cool that you get to come and see as a as a member that you get to enjoy. Another one was another no other Car Club can say this is we did a our general meeting inside the Ford World Headquarters. I touched on this very briefly at the last interview, but at the Ford world headquarters auditorium where we had Henry Ford, our Edsel Ford, we had Mark Fields, we had Dave Pericak, we had the list goes on and on and on. We had everybody you could possibly think of at the time that was available. So that was really, really cool. And so yeah, really, really great. And then the last event that I want to mention that we've done that was really cool was literally just last week. Last Tuesday, and I mentioned this before, we had Dave Pericak as our special guest speaker at our general meeting, which was held at Gateway Classic Cars in Dearborn. And he surprised everybody and brought out a Mach-E in person, for everybody just sit in feel touch and ask questions about and explain the reason and the process, why the Mustang name was attached, why, you know, and so many opportunities are against that. You get to explain the reason behind that. And I think it opened up a lot of people's minds about seeing a change everybody's mind because still, a lot of people, including myself, don't think the Mustang name should have been attached to that kind of vehicle. But I do understand the reasoning. I've accepted it and I'm okay with it. And he basically agreed with that. David great analogy stating, you know, if you go to your favorite amusement park like Cedar Point or something when you're a kid and they bring in a new ride, you know, do you absolutely hate it and want to go to war over it or you just don't ride it? You don't I mean, it's just an addition to the fun, it's not replacing anything. So it's not like you came into the amusement park and replace your favorite ride. It's not replacing Mustang, it's just an addition to and given another outlet. And you got to understand if they don't build the electric vehicles, they can't build their other Mustang. So the marquee is enabling them to keep building the GT 500 is the GT 350s, the Mustang GT, without these electric vehicles are not going to be able to do that anymore by federal mandate. So this is a part of it, and why not make a fun little section of it, and giving this Mustang performers that was going to do and this horsepower and torque in that thing is insane.

Doug Sandler 16:42

And I think it would be great to have a conversation with I think, you know, Jimmy Densmore

Mike Rey 20:55

I just talked to him a couple times this weekend. Tell him what a great job he did on I'm his interview with you because I listened to that yesterday too. Yeah, I know. I've known Jimmy I met him through Gale Halderman. I think Jimmy came in a couple years ago and you know, was was doing the book on Gale And but yeah, cuz I know Gale, probably for the last seven or eight years now. And you know, and heard a lot of the stories. So a lot of the stories Jimmy was telling you were absolutely true and fun, because I've actually heard those from Gale's mouth himself as well. One of the things that Jimmy didn't get into was about those myths, the myths that he was talking about. The one myth is that Mustang was named after an airplane. And it was, it was named after the horse when we we've been visiting Gale for the last maybe 5,6,7 years. We go down to his museum in barn once a year with the club. And afterwards after everybody leaves me and John Clor usually sit with Gale for an hour or two and just hear stories from a man he tells us about the Lee Iacocca days and spurling and all that. And we asked him about the horse and the one of the first visits we went there. He said, yeah, it was absolutely named for horse not after a plane so everybody tells you that. Don't believe that because Did you ever see a plane in any rendition or any form met on a car on a badge or anything like that it was it was always animals. And it was definitely named after the horse. So that's the guy that was on the team that will know it. And it came from the horse's mouth, as we call it.

Doug Sandler 22:11

And pardon the pun, no pun intended, but there was a fun. So tell me a little bit more about just how how, you know, you have a lot of these regional clubs and a lot of the regional clubs don't quite have the pull that a club that would be in Southeast Michigan has. So what do you say to those that are either running or in clubs? I mean, what's some of the what's some of the formula for success when it comes to running a successful club?

Mike Rey 22:34

That's a perfect segue of exactly where I want to talk about next is in coming February 9 this year, we have a summit that we put together started about 10 years ago. For all other clubs that are welcome and any club business listening here would like to join us. Please send me a note in the next week. And, Doug, if you could share my email with them. That'd be great. February 9th, we invite all different club heads in the Ford and Mustang world to this summit to share best practices. things they may need help with things to cross promote for each other for events, get to know each other and see how we can help support each other's events and answer questions or give them different avenues of where they might, you know, like to feel comfortable with or to learn things from. And yes, we people say, you know, we're spoiled. Oh, you guys got it made because you're in Dearborn and I mentioned this before. No, we have to actually go out and do what we need to do to actually make things happen. But like, a couple years ago at our show, you just seen the the bullet that just sold at Mecum? Correct. So Sean's car. Sean's a good friend Sean is a Club member of ours. Sean brought the Bullit out. We had Craig Jackson bring the little red before it was restored and that was just unveiled last weekend. Little Red was there. The Bullit was there. The 10 million Mustang was there. Larry Shinoda, his prototype boss real to car and we have all those guys there. We had Henry Ford, the dueces car. They're all at our shows over different years and to have those kind of special cars is just absolutely insane to me. And like you said, they're all first generation cars. And you can't see those at any other show. After our show last year when we had most of those, John Clor got just bombarded by other clubs asking, how do we get all those cars at our show? is simple answer was you don't. Everything has to basically fall in line, and a lot of hard work behind it to get things lined up. And we are very fortunate to have Woodward now, the same weekend as our show. So a lot of muscle cars coming for Woodword, and we try to talk to those people to try to extend it another day. Now people say well, that's why you get 1000 plus cars at your show. That Woodword weekend only started in 2014. So from 1975 to 2014. We were not the same weekend as Woodward we were always the weekend before. And two of those shows before that weekend started. We hit over 1000 cars so and now you're out. Are you out in California? Correct? So you're very familiar with the Knott's Berry show that has been going on for many years.Knott's Berry has always been the number one one day largest Ford show in the country. Well Knott's is taking a breather now and trying to get you know some new things basically reinvented if you will, and they're going to they're going to come back shortly but I know they're going to be taking a year or two off. So currently right now we are the largest one day all Ford event in the entire country. And that's how it the Ford world headquarters every August

Doug Sandler 25:26

That's incredible. Yeah, I think that a lot of people are going to say hey, because of your location where you are in the country. It makes it quite easy, not easy, but it makes it a lot easier for you and I would say that hey there's a lot of there's a lot of excuses people could have for not building their club the right way or maybe finding the right mix of guests to come in. But I'll tell you there's a lot to be said about tenacity and and just kind of staying in the game and and promoting your club to those that are important. I have another show called The Nice Guys on Business podcast and we're about 1000 and some episodes in Which game afforded me the opportunity to put that kind of say, okay, that's running over its own steam to start this show and look until you start reaching out to guests that are in favor and guests that you really want to hear. You can't be shy about it, you got to sink your teeth in and make it makes it happen.

Mike Rey 26:17

You know, passion is a huge thing, you really can't teach it, you got to be born with it. But anybody who usually steps into the club lead and not i'm not saying everybody because there's definitely exceptions. But usually, if you're stepping up to that role, you got to have some passion behind you to want to do that. And the passion will take you a long way I can, I can definitely vouch for that. And so being a club leader, if I can speak as a leader to other club leaders is see where you can give the most benefits to your members. So one called might be very interested in racing, so try to put the best racing events together. And another one might be well we might like to be in a big car. So let's do that. Some people like to do road trips or overnight so you know focus on that where you can you know, cater to what their their wants are as many preserve your club. And that will go a long way. And then they're there, their word of mouth will actually, you know, expand your club, gain more interest and make things, you know, a little bit more exciting within the club and to actually keep gaining traction and build the club as well.

Doug Sandler 27:12

What are some definite don'ts? Some things that you have tried that you said, Oh, well, that didn't work. We kind of fell flat on their face to face with that one. Is there anything that's happened in your club?

Mike Rey 27:21

Yeah, well, you know, there's, here's, here's the thing right now, and not nothing we've done, but I've watched other clubs do it and these other clubs that, you know, I'm talking and I won't name names right now, but there's a couple clubs Now regarding this Mach-E. And I love both of them. I get along with both of them, but one of them has they've taken stances and one fully embracing it Once fully not and like you're not allowed in the club anymore. If you have a Mach-E. So the market is not welcomed in their club. And the other one is absolutely and they're getting. So for the people that are welcoming it are they're getting from the people who hate it against it, and then the people who are banning it the people who like it are against it. So one thing that I'm just trying to do what I've been putting out there is our club is not like that I am I, I don't want to, I don't hope it a word it wrong. But I don't want to be a dictatorship into a club, we're not going to force you to like something, we're not going to force you to hate something, everybody has their own opinion. And we're going to support it either way. But, you know, our club doesn't want to take a stance and to do that, it's just like politics anywhere else you go, you know, I mean, you're not going to say, this club is all republican or this club is all democratic, you know, you don't want to do anything like that. It just opens up so many different cans of worms. So for me, personally, is what can I do in the best interest of the club always and to make the members happy and to make them feel good, whether they agree with something or not, you know, I mean, so. Like I said, I've mentioned it many times, I don't think the Mustang name should be attached to Mach-E because it's been the hottest topic. And our club is actually one of the few clubs that actually has a small advantage. I think I told you this before too. It's like 60% in favor of the car 40% against, so most clubs are 80% against and 20% for it. You don't I mean, so But like I said, it's just that it's a topic now that's going on, but You know, it's created a lot of conversation within club heads, which is really, really good. But like I said, To each his own, anybody can do something like that. But no, I mean, it has nothing personal against me. I'm not going to let a name of a vehicle, ruin lifelong friendships over something like that.

Doug Sandler 29:16

I think that's, I think that's where it is very well. And again, we all have to get along here. No haters is a part of this. If people have differing opinions, that's okay. And just let them voice their opinion. I won't mention the club the the place that I was, but I was at this and somebody got up and he just started like preaching to the people that are there and not about this particular car, but about a subject that that we have, we've got to take a stance and I kept thinking, we don't have to take a stance. This is my first meeting here and you're really not even making me feel welcome. It wasn't about me, right? But I just felt so uncomfortable. Just the fact that he was taking everything so personally at this club meeting, everybody, we just got to relax a little bit, just chill out.

Mike Rey 29:57

And you know, Doug, I would really really, really hope you can Try to put it into your schedule to make it down to Mustang Memories this year because I think you could go live there with so many first generation owners to share about their experience to share their camaraderie with their their friends who are parked next to them and all that I just think you're you know, you see so much eye candy for miles I it would be fun and you get to meet so many great people from just being at the event.

Doug Sandler 30:22

I completely agree with the end. I'm trying to look up the date for that right now.

Mike Rey 30:26

August 16th, and it's at the Ford world headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan.

Doug Sandler 30:29

See if I can get my press pass all lined up for that.

Mike Rey 30:32

I got you covered on that. And then here's what the theme is that we're doing this year for that is 65 years of Thunderbird, 60 years of the Ford Falcon and 30 years of the Seven-Up Mustang which not too many people are aware of or are doing anything special for so we're celebrating 30 years of the Seven Up Fox Body Mustang at our event this year.

Doug Sandler 30:51

Wow. That's very cool. I enjoy the sound of the seven up Mustang. I wonder why I haven't heard of that.

Mike Rey 30:57

It's a 1990 Mustang was a special edition that they were going to do for NCAA March Madness back in 1990. And the the promo fell through somehow, but the cars were already made. So they were at the dealers there a dark green car with white interior, you know, seven up colors basically, if you will. And, and there was, you know, only a certain amount made, and they were only made for that one year. And like I said it was very, very limited. So they're called the Seven Up Mustang and very, very cool. And they have their own groups and their own clubs, but to do a national event for them. This is the first one that I know of right now that we're celebrating 30 years this coming year for them

Doug Sandler 31:33

Nice. Love it. And I'm looking at pictures of that right now online as well. It's a very cool looking car Fox Body 5.0 Are they all convertibles? Did you say Are they all convertible?

Mike Rey 31:41

All convertibles. And you know, Doug, I don't know if you were gonna get to this or ask this. But I was listening to Jimmy's interview yesterday, and you asked about if you could be at a table with five people.

Doug Sandler 31:51

Hey, that was my next question. You can you can take me there though. Let's do so let me let's set up the question properly. So I give I'm gonna get Mike the ability to choose five guests alive or dead to have a dinner or a conversation with a talking Ford Mustangs? Who would he pick? And I'm I'm really curious because you've named so many of those people that were on not only Jimmy's list but on many of our guests list that have come on so you're already friends with many of them. You might not have to pick them who would you pick?

Mike Rey 32:18

Well, the funny thing is, is I really truly have seven and six of them I know personally, I'd have met one was passed away and I never got to me and that my biggest regret in the industry but so for my list is Gale Halderman, Hal Sperlich, John Clor, Dave Pericak, Amy Boylan, Carroll Shelby, and Jack Roush.

Doug Sandler 32:35

You know we got a really crowded table. Should we go? Should we go buffet style for this? Are we still in French service?

Mike Rey 32:41

Well, let me let me tell you the reasoning behind each of them. So all right, John, to me is the most well known in my opinion, Mustang expert there is in the entire world. That's my opinion may not be in fact or other people may not agree but in my opinion, he is the most knowledgeable man on the Ford Mustang there is In the world. Dave Pericak has the biggest and baddest things that are coming out now been, like I said, had the greatest launches with Ford on the current day. Hal Sperlich and Gale Halderman had the greatest launches of the original Mustang, the first gen and the greatest way. And so they can actually share a lot of that. Amy Boylan, to me is the most successful woman in Mustang history. And she could share her female input of if you will, and and how to make businesses work and how to make things special and exciting. Carroll Shelby, obviously the absolute legend, he's the one I never did get a chance to meet and my biggest regret in life is I had one chance to meet them and I couldn't make it to the event. And I never got to meet Carroll. And then I also had the honor of working with Jack Roush and Steve Saleen. But Jack Roush is just so amazing and his ideas. Jack is quiet. Just so super quiet, but very observant, observant and some as a tack. So he's listening. He's taking everything in and when Jack needs to talk, he goes again. what he's talking about and his ideas always usually turned into gold and still to this day the number one winning NASCAR owner in history

Doug Sandler 34:08

That is great and what a great list and we'll give you the will give you the latitude to have an extra couple people at the table I'm thinking that if you send out the invitations maybe not all of them would be available but I'm hoping that they would all be available at the same time how what a cool dinner that would be

Mike Rey 34:40

I'm sure I can get John to have Ford pick up that expense if we can hit up we can get those guys together.

Doug Sandler 34:44

Yeah, hey, listen if it if it could be my personal mission to put all seven of well, I can't put Carroll in the room. Well, I don't know if I can. I know some people that know you. I mean, you know all these people, you'd be able to invite them so maybe I'm going to use you as my liaison. To him I think we could. How cool would it be if we were able to actually put this together?

Mike Rey 35:04

Oh, absolutely. You know what, and I me and John can absolutely kind of try to work on this. Now Hal Sperlich is very tough but I've got to meet Hale on four or five different occasions. the saddest time was actually at the Lee Iacocca funeral, this is not a thing. So, we were contacted by Ford to provide first generation Mustangs for the Lee Iacocca funeral to be on display our club one so and when I walked in the door the first two people I see were Hal Sperlich and Gale Halderman so I got to talk to both of them and great length there as well. But yeah, those guys are great another guy who never comes out of hiding as John Colletti but he would be a special guest for your show as well and I think we can try to reach out to him and see if he doesn't he doesn't like coming out in person. But you might do a phone call.

Doug Sandler 35:44

I heard the same thing about about how because when I when I was talking to to Jimmy who wrote the book with Gale's cousin he was saying that, that how was it is a tough guy to get it to get ahold of now Dale, Gail is is is a little bit a little bit easier but but not quite the same with with Hal so we'd have a challenge with him but I'm up for the challenge.

Mike Rey 36:16

I am as well and I'm trying to actually get them to come speak at a meeting this year. So me and John are already gonna be talking to him. So let me see what we can do. If we can get him on the call. That would be an epic podcast if I could ever have

Doug Sandler 36:26

I'll tell you Mike I not only do I enjoy having you as a guest but I just enjoy your positive attitude and the world needs more positivity like like you're spreading So thank you again for sharing not only just a great message but sharing you know your your fun stories on the on the show as well. Thanks for being here. One more time.

Mike Rey 36:42

Yeah, thank you so much for having me. It's literally been an honor and I'm gonna just keep getting you some names and some contacts and we want to blow this thing up for you.

Doug Sandler 36:50

Hey, man, I would appreciate that so very much. You know, I'm here to my day gig might be going away. So I have no problem doing this full time. No problem at all. Give a plug one more time for, for that special collector's thing that you're working on the collector's thing, sorry, the Ford Treasured Collectibles. You gotta shorten that title, man, that's do long.

Mike Rey 37:11

Here's the funny thing right now. So on board, we submitted the book for final approval before we went to print and Ford has requested a few edits. And we're adding a new chapter in that they wanted more stuff in there. So we're going to be adding that. And so if anybody is listening, that actually already ordered one, an email will be going out in probably the next three to four weeks. People that have already ordered the shipment is going to start early summer. But if you haven't ordered one yet, you still can, you can contact me directly on the link that Doug is providing. And we can still get you included into the book and have your picture included for everyone to see for the rest of history. And we can actually still get you in and still get you into the discounted price. So everything happens for a reason they say and so with the edits and bought us some more time so it's actually cool because we get to market them for the next three four months though.

Doug Sandler 37:57

Yeah, we'll make sure we put a link again in the show notes for you. TreasuredCollectibles.us but the site right now is not accepting orders so just send an email directly to Mike I'll put his email directly in the in the show notes as as well thank you again, Mike for being on the show and sharing all of your amazing stories and your message with us today.

Mike Rey 38:17

Thank you so much for having me. I appreciate it. And we'll talk again soon

Doug Sandler 38:20

Ford Mustang community if you have an idea for the show or you think you'd make a great guest send an email directly to me [email protected], we'll put a link in the show notes for that as well. Thanks for listening. Keep it safe, keep it rolling and keep it on the road. Until next time.

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Motorcity Grind, What Makes for a Quality Restoration? Jim Chatas Interview

27 januari 2020 | 38 min

Questions I ask Jim during our interview:

Take me through the early stages of Mustang Restoration -- you have a meeting with a new customer before they decide -- what does that process look like.

Tell me when you realized your passion would be your business?

What did you do before Motorcity Grind?

Share some symptoms telling a classic pony owner that it is time to restore?

Who is on your team?

How do you juggle many projects at one time?

Do you own an early year Mustang?

yes

What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?

I retired from architecture and opened a restoration shop that specializes in restoring 1965-1970 mustangs. The business has really taken off over the last three years. I have been building mustangs since 1991. I turned my passion into my business. I love going to the shop every day and working or meeting clients.

Is there anything specific you would like to share on the show?

I’d like to promote my company Motorcity Grind. It’s my restoration shop. We specialize in 65-70 mustangs.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?

I have several Fastbacks but no names!

How long have you owned your classic ride?

I have owned my supercharged coyote Shelby Clone for about 6 years. My 68 Fastback for about 1.5 years. I have a lot of S code Fastback project cars. I sold a very original patina 65 Fastback. Loved that car...

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?

Personally I do most of the assembly. My team does the bodywork and paint. I’m very involved in the day to day. Before the shop I had a friend who painted for me and I would build a car every one or two years. I have built engines and have done a lot of upholstery work as well.

Do you work on your classic cars yourself or do you have a mechanic or shop do the work? Explain please

I buy a lot of project cars and mix them in between the client cars. The project cars are stored in the shopping containers and we restore them. When they come out of the paint booth we list them for sale and they usually sell within a few weeks. I’m very fortunate to have a shop with a small team. I love building these cars! I’m not your typical business owner. Im driven by accomplishing rather than profit.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?

For my 68 Fastback, I will be adding street or track’s front suspension kit. I found a nice 68 console that I want to put in it. That car has a built 351w and a T5. Rack and pinion steering and disc brakes up front. Great car.

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Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.

From Sketch to Street, Jimmy Dinsmore Shares Gale Halderman's Dream

20 januari 2020 | 35 min

From a description of Jimmy's book on Amazon:

Look back at the original Ford Mustang’s inception, design, development, and production from the perspective of Gale Halderman, an award-winning designer and stylist who was at the epicenter of the action.

Gale Halderman’s initial design sketch formed the basis of the Mustang. He reveals his involvement in the project and offers a unique first-hand account and behind-the-scenes viewpoint. Authors and Mustang enthusiasts James Dinsmore and James Halderman go beyond the front doors at Ford into the design center, testing grounds, and Ford facilities to get the real, unvarnished story.

The process of taking a car from sketch to clay model to prototype to preproduction and finally finished model is retraced in insightful detail. During the process, many fascinating experimental cars, such as the Mustang I two-seater, Mustang II prototype, Mustang Allegro, and Shorty, were built. But eventually the Mustang based on the existing Ford Falcon received the nod for final production. In a gala event, it was unveiled at the 1964 World’s Fair in New York. The Mustang received public accolades and critical acclaim, and soon it became a runaway hit. Ford designers and Gale Halderman designed and developed the first fastback Mustangs to compliment the coupes. The classic Mustang muscle cars to follow, including the GT, Mach 1, and others, are profiled as well.

With stinging losses from the Edsel fresh in minds at Ford, the Mustang project was an uphill battle from day one. Lee Iacocca and his assembled team had a herculean task to convince Henry Ford II to take a risk on a new concept of automobile, but with the help of Hal Sperlich’s detailed market research, the project received the green light. Henry Ford II made it clear that jobs were on the line, including Iacocca’s, if it failed.

Without question, the 1964 1/2 Mustang is one of the most important and influential cars in automotive history. When Ford launched the Mustang, it created an automotive revolution. The Mustang changed automotive history and ushered in the pony car era as a nimble, powerful, and elegantly styled sports coupe. But it could so easily have stumbled and wound up on the scrap pile of failed new projects. This is the remarkable and dramatic story of how the Mustang came to life, the demanding design and development process, and, ultimately, the triumph of the iconic American car.

Links to Share:

Mustang by Design:

Ford Trucks: A Unique Look at the Technical History of America's Most Popular Truck (Pre-order)

https://www.amazon.com/Ford-Trucks-Technical-History-Americas/dp/1613255128/ref=sr_1_3?crid=29DJ2P2A7S3VW&keywords=ford+trucks+book&qid=1579023487&sprefix=Ford+Trucks%2Caps%2C164&sr=8-3

Twitter and Instagram: @driversside

Facebook: facebook.com/MustangByDesign

Jimmy Dinsmore - " I am not a Mustang owner, but have been graciously embraced by the wonderful community through my friendship with the legendary Gale Halderman. My friendship with him has opened many doors and spurned many special friendships with so many in the community."

Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.

Lee Iacocca Award Winner, Ford Mustang Expert and Author, Paul Newitt, Interview

13 januari 2020 | 36 min

Responses to Show's Preliminary Q&A

WHAT DO YOU DO FOR A LIVING AND IS IT RELATED TO CLASSIC CARS OR MUSTANGS?

I am a freelance designer, writer and photographer for not only Mustang books, but hobby "how-to" books on scale modeling. I also do graphic design and book design. A few of my props have appeared on popular TV shows.

IS THERE ANYTHING SPECIFIC YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE ON THE SHOW? IF YOU ARE IN THE CLASSIC CAR BUSINESS (SELLING, REPAIRING, RESTORING, PRODUCTS OR SERVICES PROVIDED TO OWNERS) WHAT CAN WE PROMOTE ON THE SHOW TO OUR COMMUNITY OF MUSTANG OWNERS?

I would like to talk about the Mustang owner experience, not only about driving (myself, 400,000 miles), but how to be resourceful for a long-term ownership of the car. The Mustang evokes great pride and passion, and that's what I like to talk about.

IF YOU OWN A MUSTANG OR CLASSIC CAR, HAVE YOU NAMED YOUR CAR? IF SO, WHAT IS HIS/HER NAME?

I owned my (Maroon) GT/California Special between April 1974 and May 2010. I put 400,000 miles on it.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU OWNED YOUR CLASSIC RIDE?

April 1974, bought for $1,500....and sold in 2010 to pay for the printing of my GT/CS Recognition Guide book

IF YOU'VE MADE IMPROVEMENTS TO YOUR CLASSIC CAR OR RESTORED IT, WHAT WORK HAVE YOU DONE?

Mostly upkeep; I changed the engine twice, and transmission once. The addition of a Cobra intake and Holly 600 did wonders!!

DO YOU WORK ON YOUR CLASSIC CARS YOURSELF OR DO YOU HAVE A MECHANIC OR SHOP DO THE WORK? EXPLAIN PLEASE

When I owned it, I did all my work myself, except for brakes, etc.

WHAT PLANS DO YOU HAVE FOR IMPROVEMENTS/RESTORATION/MODIFICATION OF YOUR CLASSIC CAR?

I would have totally restored my GT/CS, but I chose to spend my money on telling the GT/CS story in my books (1988, 2011).

WHAT ARE YOU PROMOTING?

Paul’s Book: Mustang GT/CS Recognition Guide & Owner's Manual: Limited Edition

Let’s make my GT/CS Recognition Guide books, available for $395.00. New condition, signed and numbered.

Reach out to Paul directly [email protected]

AUCTION UPDATE

Bullitt Auction Information: https://ktla.com/2020/01/10/1968-ford-mustang-gt-in-bullitt-becomes-most-valuable-mustang-ever-sold-at-auction/

Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host:

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Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.

Matt Stone, Automotive Journalist, Author and Broadcaster, Interview

30 december 2019 | 38 min

So in prep for the interview of course I watched the Steve McQueen San Francisco car chase between McQueen’s fastback and the Charger. I swear that charger lost all of its hubcaps and yet they regenerated after every cut. Tell me all about your Bullitt experience in a 2019 6-speed, 480 horsepower version?

Questions I ask Matt Stone during the interview:

Welcome Matt -- what got you to catching the auto bug?
Did you take out any movie cameras like the Charger did in the movie, Bullitt?
Share a bit about your experiences with guys like Carroll Shelby, Mario Andretti and Lee Iacocca?
You came into the business for your passion in automobiles, why do you stay?
What’s your experience behind the wheel of classic Mustangs?
What’s the most you spent on a classic Mustang?

Information Matt provided prior to the interview:

Do you own an early year Mustang?

Not at the moment, but have. Current Mustang is a 2008 Shelby GT convert

What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?

Automotive journalist, writer, book author, and photographer

How long have you been a classic ride enthusiast?

Since I was a kid; and it's a sickness from which I hope I never recover

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?

I've restored several Mustangs over time, mostly to stock style condition.

Do you work on your classic cars yourself or do you have a mechanic or shop do the work?

I do most things myself, but no more heavy lifting like engine or trans rebuilds, and I don't do upholstery or paint.

Additional comments made by Matt:

Also may be of interest, I'm just putting the finishing touches on my third and final book about Steve McQueen as Hollywood car guy, to be entitled "Bullitt: The Cars and the People behind Steve McQueen" all about the making of the film, the cars, how they were lost and found, the 50th anniversary of the film last year, etc.

Comments or questions -- take a moment and reach out to Doug Sandler directly https://www.themustangpodcast.com/contact

Keep it safe, keep it rollin' and keep it on the road.

*Cover photo credit - Kathy Westerman, "Jazper, he is always on the run. Fun ride."

Mike Rey, 2015 Mustang and GT350 Launch Team Member and President of MOCSEM

16 december 2019 | 30 min

John Clor, Veteran Ford Journalist for 45 Years - Interview

9 december 2019 | 36 min

The Mustang Medic, William Wieting Interview

25 november 2019 | 29 min

From our podcast interview application:

WHAT DO YOU DO FOR A LIVING AND IS IT RELATED TO CLASSIC CARS OR MUSTANGS?

I'm MustangMedic, I have been at this since 2011. We are forming MustangMedic Ranch a nonprofit that will restore classic muscle cars to support charities to restore people.

IS THERE ANYTHING SPECIFIC YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE ON THE SHOW? IF YOU ARE IN THE CLASSIC CAR BUSINESS (SELLING, REPAIRING, RESTORING, PRODUCTS OR SERVICES PROVIDED TO OWNERS) WHAT CAN WE PROMOTE ON THE SHOW TO OUR COMMUNITY OF MUSTANG OWNERS?

I know the history of the Ford Mustang and know many people in the industry.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU OWNED YOUR CLASSIC RIDE?

2011 I have owned many, 1964, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 71, 73, 1995, 96, 97, 2000

IF YOU'VE MADE IMPROVEMENTS TO YOUR CLASSIC CAR OR RESTORED IT, WHAT WORK HAVE YOU DONE?

We have done 7600 videos online of hundreds of classic mustangs.

DO YOU WORK ON YOUR CLASSIC CARS YOURSELF OR DO YOU HAVE A MECHANIC OR SHOP DO THE WORK? EXPLAIN PLEASE

I do and I hire people.

WHAT PLANS DO YOU HAVE FOR IMPROVEMENTS/RESTORATION/MODIFICATION OF YOUR CLASSIC CAR?

We have a great race we are promoting... The V8s against the V6s in January, Mustangs only. The track has not yet been determined. It will be within 150 miles of South Jersey.

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Two Cali Boys Talkin' About Their Mustang Toys

18 november 2019 | 47 min

History of Mustang (via Wiki) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vehicle_identification_number

Since it was introduced four months before the normal start of the 1965 production year and manufactured alongside 1964 Ford Falcons and 1964 Mercury Comets, the earliest Mustangs are widely referred to as the 1964½ model by enthusiasts.Nevertheless, all "1964½" cars were given 1965 U.S. standard VINs at the time of production, and - with limited exception to the earliest of promotional materials - were marketed by Ford as 1965 models. The low-end model hardtop used a "U-code" 170 cu in (2.8 L) straight-6 engine borrowed from the Falcon, as well as a three-speed manual transmission and retailed for US$2,368. Standard equipment for the early 1965 Mustangs included black front seat belts, a glove box light, and a padded dash board.Production began in March 1964 and official introduction following on April 17 at the 1964 World's Fair. V8 models got a badge on the front fender that spelled out the engine's cubic inch displacement ("260" or "289") over a wide "V." This emblem was identical to the one on the 1964 Fairlane.

Several changes to the Mustang occurred at the start of the "normal" 1965 model year in August 1964, about four months after its introduction. These cars are known as "late 65's". The engine lineup was changed, with a 200 cu in (3.3 L) "T-code" engine that produced 120 hp (89 kW; 122 PS). Production of the Fairlane's "F-code" 260 cu in (4.3 L) engine ceased when the 1964 model year ended. It was replaced with a new 200 hp (150 kW) "C-code" 289 cu in (4.7 L) engine with a two-barrel carburetor as the base V8. An "A-code" 225 hp (168 kW; 228 PS) four-barrel carbureted version was next in line, followed by the unchanged 289 HiPo "K-code" equipped with a 4-barrel Autolite 4100 carburetor rated at 271 hp (202 kW; 275 PS) at 6000 rpm and 312 lb⋅ft (423 N⋅m) at 3400 rpm.The DC electrical generator was replaced by a new AC alternator on all Fords (a way to distinguish a 1964 from a 1965 is to see if the alternator light on the dash says "GEN" or "ALT"). The Mustang GT version was introduced as the "GT Equipment Package" and included a V8 engine (most often the 225 hp (168 kW; 228 PS) 289), grille-mounted fog lamps, rocker panel stripes, and disc brakes. In the interior the GT option added a different instrument panel that included a speedometer, fuel gauge, temp. gauge, oil pressure gauge and ammeter in five round dials (the gauges were not marked with numbers, however.)A four-barrel carbureted engine was now available with any body style. Additionally, reverse lights were an option added to the car from August 1964 production. The Mustang was originally available as either a hardtop or convertible, but during the car's early design phases a fastback model was strongly considered. In 1965, the Shelby Mustang was born, it was available only in newly introduced fastback body version with its swept-back rear glass and distinctive ventilation louvers.

The standard interior features of the 1965 Mustang included adjustable driver and passenger bucket seats, an AM radio, and a floor mounted shifter in a variety of color options. Ford added additional interior options during the 1965 model year. The Interior Decor Group was popularly known as "Pony Interior" due to the addition of embossed running ponies on the seat fronts, and also included integral armrests, woodgrain appliqué accents, and a round gauge cluster that would replace the standard Falcon instrumentation. Also available were sun visors, a (mechanical) remote-operated mirror, a floor console, and a bench seat. Ford later offered an under-dash air-conditioning unit, and discontinued the vinyl with cloth insert seat option, offered only in early 1965 models. One option designed strictly for fun was the Rally-Pac. Introduced in 1963 after Ford's success at that year's Monte Carlo Rally and available on other Ford and Mercury compacts and intermediates, the Rally-Pac was a combination clock and tachometer mounted to the steering column. It was available as a factory ordered item for US$69.30. Installed by a dealer, the Rally-Pac cost US$75.95.A 14" rim option was available for Rally-pac and GT350R vehicles widening front and rear track to 57.5". Reproductions are presently available from any number of Mustang restoration parts sources. A compass, rear seat belts, A/C, and back-up lights were also optional.

Nationwide survey of owners by Popular Mechanics included many complaints about leg room. Fuel economy was very good for the period, with a published test by Popular Mechanics rating the small 260 cubic inch V8 with automatic transmission at 20.93 mpg at 60 mph.

The 1966 Mustang debuted with moderate trim changes including a new grille, side ornamentation, wheel covers and gas cap. Ford's new C-4 "cruise-o-matic" three-speed auto transmission became available for the 225 hp V8. The 289 "HiPo" K-code engine was also offered with a c4 transmission, but it had stronger internals and can be identified by the outer casing of the servo which is marked with a 'C'. The long duration solid-lifter camshaft that allowed the high revving 289 to make the horsepower it was known for, was not friendly for a low stall speed automatic torque converter. The "HiPo" could be spotted very easily by the 1-inch-thick (25 mm) vibration damper, (as compared to 1/2 inch on the 225-hp version) and the absence of a vacuum advance unit on the dual point distributor. With the valve covers off, there is a large letter "K" stamped between the valve springs, along with screw in studs (vs. a pressed in stud for other 289s) for the adjustable rocker arms. A large number of new paint and interior color options, an AM/eight-track sound system, and one of the first AM/FM mono automobile radios were also offered. It also removed the Falcon instrument cluster; the previously optional features, including the round gauges and padded sun visors, became standard equipment. The Mustang would be the best-selling convertible in 1966, with 72,119 sold, beating the number two Impala by almost 2:1.

The 1965 and 1966 Mustangs are differentiated by variations in the exterior, despite similar design. These variations include the emblem on the quarter-panels behind the doors. From August 1964 production, the emblem was a single vertical piece of chrome, while for 1966 models the emblem was smaller in height and had three horizontal bars extending from the design, resembling an "E". The front intake grilles and ornaments were also different. The 1965 front grille used a "honeycomb" pattern, while the 1966 version was a "slotted" style. While both model years used the "Horse and Corral" emblem on the grille, the 1965 had four bars extending from each side of the corral, while on the 1966, these bars were removed. The 1966 model year saw introduction of 'High Country Special' limited edition, 333 of them were sold in Colorado, Wyoming, and Nebraska.

When Ford wanted to introduce the Mustang in Germany they discovered that Krupp

company had already registered the name for a truck.The German company offered to sell the rights for US$10,000. Ford refused and removed Mustang badges from exported units, instead naming the cars as T-5 (a pre-production Mustang project name) for the German market until 1979 when Krupp copyrights expired.

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One Car One Family, Chris Hince Shares His Classic Mustang Story

11 november 2019 | 29 min

Some of the questions I ask Chris on today's episode:

How long have you been listening to the show? What do you like about it?
Fill in some of the gaps. The car has only had 2 owners, both in your family and 1 was you correct?
Has it always been a prized possession in your family?
What one option do you wish the car had?
Who is the next in line to get the car?
What are some of the issues you have repaired or restored over the years?
What repairs need to be made now and where do you get your parts?
Do you do all the work yourself?
What advice would you give to a new Mustang owner or someone about the invest in one?
What do you do to stay in touch with the community of Mustang owners?
What else is in your garage?
How many miles are on your Mustang?

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Chris' Back Story:

On a rainy Sunday (January 31st 1965) New Zealand nationals living in San Fran Cisco Richard (Dick) and Carole Hince went car shopping to replace their aging car. This was to be their first ever “new car”.

On the list was a Dodge Dart and the “Falcon with a fancy top”.

In the back corner of William’s Ford Daly City, Carole spotted a 6 cylinder Ivy green hard top Mustang that was very much to her liking.

After a positive test drive and having been in a friend’s Mustang late the year before, a decision was made.

Dick, as was his style, consulted the price guide he had sourced earlier, and made a “reasonable” offer to the salesman. The is offer was rebuffed and the couple started to walk away stating that the Dart was next on their list. The Salesman followed them out of the show room and bought them back saying it was a slow day and he would take their stated price.

In the office the Sales man’s face dropped when he enquired about the finance the couple would need, and Dick wrote a cheque for the full amount. (The sales document reads “Zero Monthly Payments of Zero dollars”).

A year later the couple decided to return to New Zealand to visit with family not seen for over ten years, and in fact to meet each other’s families. An unexpected turn of events saw Carole pregnant with her first child and they decided to raise their family in New Zealand. Richard secured a lecturing role at Canterbury University (his Alma Mater) who offered to help them relocate their belongings back from the USA, including their new car.

The Mustang was pressed into service of the burgeoning family of three boys all born within the next three years. The youngest of these, Chris, is you narrator.

Time flies by to the mid-90s and the Mustang now unroadworthy but loved was put into storage.

I set out on my overseas adventure with my new wife for half a decade, and returned home in the brand-new century to 2 cars in storage, a decision was made to abandon the Holden Torana and concentrate on the older and more desirable Mustang.

My father and I spent the following 4 years slowly pulling the car to pieces and either repairing or replacing almost every piece. In the day before the Internet (well before it was in our house in any major way) advice was sought from around the country and across the Atlantic via phone, letter, and visits. Many solutions were nutted out sitting on the garage floor.

2004 saw the Mustang venture onto the road for the first time in a decade and a half to join the “Great New Zealand Mustang Run” celebrating 50 years of the Mustang. After a large number of questioning looks, a fuel blockage saw us on a tow truck headed home.

In his dying days Dad insisted I take ownership of the Mustang.

The Mustang now sits in my garage and is affectionally known as “The Stang”. Not quite a daily driver it is also no show car. We use it we share it. We take it to Rock and Roll festivals every year. Its not original but does have the original engine, rebuilt only once in 2013 when my father and I stripped it down.

My mum still has a smile whenever she sees the Stang pull up to visit, I’m not sure if the grand kids or the car.

The Doc is In, Chris Ingrassia Talks Bitchin' Rides

4 november 2019 | 49 min

K-Code Mustang Owner David Stewart Shares His Relatable Journey

28 oktober 2019 | 28 min

Every once in a while you run into a great story, and today is a great story. It’s the story of David Stewart, a K-Code Mustang owner that got the car from his dad, who got the Mustang in the late 80’s. Today's episode shares the journey David took to ownership and his love affair with his dad's Mustang.

David Stewart - Guest Interview Application

What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?:

My career is not really related to cars in any way. I am a city planner, whose main responsibility is to facilitate the development process and solve land use issues.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?:

Ellen. She's named in memory after one of my best friends grandmother, who always drove convertibles.

How long have you owned your classic ride?:

Since 2014. But it has been in my family since the late 80's.

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

My K-code Mustang is fairly high mileage. But back around 1997 my father had the engine pulled and rebuilt after a small crash; and at the time he went with roller rockers and a Pertronix distributor, and installed front disc brakes with an aftermarket brake booster. It was a not a GT, so at that point it still had the standard drum brakes. Basically, the first owner ordered a K-code convertible with none of the a la carte options. Base interior. Base wheels. Base radio. When I bought the car from my family in 2014, it had been sitting for almost 15 years. I found a mechanic I trusted (which took a long search), and we started digging into the car. New gas tank and lines. Replaced the brake booster and lines while installing a dual master cylinder system. Rebuilt the clutch. Rebuilt the carburetor. Replaced the water pump. Went back to an original style dual point distributor. And finally, after begging my father for decades to upgrade the wheels, I bought reproduction styled steel wheels. Truthfully since all of that work four years ago, it's been the most reliable car I own. The are only a few pieces that are not stock or at least period correct. The dual master cylinder system is one, and the 1968 mustang front seats custom covered to look 1965 seats is another. That was his idea for extra comfort. And the radio is new, with a single 3-way oval speaker in the dash.

Do you work on your classic cars yourself or do you have a mechanic or shop do the work?

I don't work on the car myself. When I lived in Richmond, Virginia and wanted to bring the '65 back to road worthy condition, I looked hard for a mechanic that I could trust. Word of mouth slowly took me from one shop to another, and my gut feeling said to keep searching. Finally I was introduced to Don of Mustang Don's Garage. I haven't told him I would give him a shout out, so I hope he doesn't mind. But Don knows Mustangs better than any mechanic I've ever known, and is a pleasure to work with as well.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

I love where this car fits on the scale of original vs. modified. It has a few upgrades for comfort and safety, but otherwise is purely from 1965. Honestly with a numbers matching K-code, you don't want to do too much. One thing I have considered trying is a heavy duty or Z spec T5, which can be swapped with the toploader fairly easy. An overdrive would really be an amazing thing on the occasional long drive. Other than typical wear and tear, I don't plan to make many other changes.

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Concours Expert, Boss and Shelby Specialist Marcus Anghel Interview

21 oktober 2019 | 34 min

Marcus Anghel

Anghel Restorations

Email: [email protected]

Websites:

www.lawmanmustang.com

Anyone that has gotten the attention of Jay Leno has got my attention as well. Marcus Anghel of Anghel Restorations specializes in quality concours correct first generation Mustang, Boss and Shelby restorations, parts and services. Here to share his expertise. If originality is your goal, you are in the right place today.

Questions I ask Marcus Anghel on the show:

How did you get into the business to begin with?
Any significance to your shop being in Arizona or do you simply love hot and dry?
Let me say just three words, and what comes to mind for you. Replicated versus restored?
How many projects do you have going at any given time?
Tell me about the 11,000 mile unrestored Mustang on your site. Quite special!
Why are Mustangs the dream car?
What do you have in your garage now as your daily?
The Lawman, Boss 429. What is it all about?
If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

Do you own a early year Mustang?: yes

Please upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.: https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/CvuDxEWRXKSmLjwl48Tq?Lawman.JPG?image/jpeg

What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?:

I have a restoration shop here in Scottsdale Arizona where we specialize in high end thorobred and concours restorations of first generation Mustangs, Shelbys and Boss cars.

If you are in the classic car business (selling, repairing, restoring, products or services provided to owners) what can we promote on the show to our community of Mustang owners? :

Besides having a restoration shop I am also the head national judge for the Shelby Club of America for the 69-70 Boss cars and a National Gold card judge for Mustang Club of America for 69-70 Mustangs. Also write technical detail articles for Mustang Times and Mustang Monthly.

How long have you owned your classic ride?:

Have had classic Mustangs for the last 15 years.

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?:

I do all the work from the ground up (within reason) on all these restorations - makes for the best possible end results.

Do you work on your classic cars yourself or do you have a mechanic or shop do the work? Explain please:

Work on all my own vehicles from my classics to my daily drivers.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

Always trying to keep up to date with trends within in the community as people demand more and more modern upgrades

If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.

Instagram = @anghelrestorations

Facebook = @Anghelrestorations

Two websites =

www.anghelrestorations.com

lawmanmustang.com

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Mustang Owner's Museum Executive Director, Steve Hall Interview

14 oktober 2019 | 31 min

Jason Engel, Classic Recreations Founder Interviewed

7 oktober 2019 | 31 min

Thom Singer, Great Mustang Story, Then and Now

30 september 2019 | 26 min

Bill from CJ Pony Parts Interviewed

24 september 2019 | 26 min

Rich, Founder of Mustang Connection, Interviewed

16 september 2019 | 43 min

Rich Golisch (don’t share last name)

Phone: (714) 875-7615

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.MustangConnection.com

With over 12 million YouTube views and what seems like hundreds of videos and close to 30,000 subscribers Rich from Mustang Connection is no accidental celeb. He’s turned his passion into a business. Not only does he collect and restore classic Mustangs he provides pre-purchase inspection for private and auction sales. Anything involving Mustangs, he’s into it. In some pre-interview conversation, I found Rich to be extremely knowledgeable but even more impressive was how nice he is. Excited to chat with him today.

Questions we dive into on the show:

How did you get into this business?
What are you seeing a cool in the classics?
Are you an entrepreneur turned Mustang guy or Mustang guy turned entrepreneur?
What is your main focus of business, why are people reaching out to you?
What if someone in our community wanted to turn their Mustang passion into a business? Advice?
What do you think of Classic Mustangs as an investment?

Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application

Do you own an early year Mustang?: yes

What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?:

I collect and restore classic Mustangs mostly 65 to 70 but some later models too. I do consulting and pre- purchase inspections and auction support. I produce a Youtube channel MustangConnection1( closing in on 30k subs with over 12Mil views) that covers the restoration and modifications. We also do extensive car show coverage, auction coverage, owner interviews, inspections and pretty much everything revolving around the Ford Mustang. Our website www.MustangConnection.com is the hub for all of our social media activity and links.

Is there anything specific you would like to share on the show?

If you are in the classic car business (selling, repairing, restoring, products or services provided to owners) what can we promote on the show to our community of Mustang owners? : Great question, I am open to any or all of the above. Maybe what to look for when buying your first classic Mustang, what to ask, what to inspect, what to pay. Pitfalls of the process, etc.

Vintage Mustangs as an investment, where the overall market is currently, where is it going given the trend for Baby boomers aging out.

If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car?

I have never named them

How long have you owned your classic ride?:

I have owned numerous classics, currently there are 9 in the stable. The longest for about 10 years

If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: Numerous and yes most by me and many documented on our channel. Here is good example.

Do you work on your classic cars yourself or do you have a mechanic or shop do the work?

Yes, and have some subcontractors for things like engines, etc that I use to complete builds. But mostly myself.

What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?:

Always working on the next one like Project Mut, a left for dead 1967 Coupe that no one wanted. It is being resurrected and brought back to life after being dead for over 30 years.

Social media handles

www.MustangConnection.com

https://www.youtube.com/user/MustangConnection1

https://www.facebook.com/mustangconnection1/

https://twitter.com/MustangPros

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