It's summer here in Seattle which means all those crazy group drives are popping up! A lot of people run group drives, but if you want one that works and ensures the best chances of being drama free we think we've got the magic formula here.
We were lucky enough to have one of very favorite photographers on the show this week - An Englishman in Seattle known as Karl Noakes.
Rain City Supercars talks to Phil Raymond with Servco Pacific Insurance about getting insurance for those really special things that don't normally cross the desk of your local agent. We cover project cars, out of state restorations, modded cars, and yes, TANKS! Dan really wants a tank. Nick is wondering if he should call someone about it.
So you went to a few car shows and you thought "Hey, I want to do my own car show!" First off, we're sorry you're crazy and don't know it so we recommended finding a good therapist.
In spite of how often we (and everyone else in the car industry) cross paths with Ashley she never tries to hide or pretend she doesn't know us. I don't really get it either but we sure have had some fun hanging out with her and the group from Hagerty.
Hear me out; what if instant gratification wasn't the driving force behind a car build? What if your goal was to build a car without cutting any corners? What would the result be? Chances are it would be something as special as John Zuberek's perfect E30 M3.
We got Adam Robertson with Lamborghini/McLaren/Bentley/RR of Bellevue to talk slowly enough for Nick to understand his Welsh accent for almost an entire hour.
We talk about road rallies and some alleged speed related fun with attorney John Eltringham! John has had A LOT of amazing cars, but especially loves his V12 Lamborghinis.
Nick and Dan recap the Lamborghini Urus Launch, the Mule Open House, and talk about all the upcoming events for spring. If it ever stops raining anyway.
Nick and Dan talk to Jaurdey Samuel with 425 Business Magazine about the advertising side of the car world.
Nick and Dan talk to Jason Bourriague, owner of Stella the Bus ('67 Deluxe Safari) and Alice the Bus ('66 Westphalia) and talk about just how great VW Bus culture is
Nick and Dan talk to Trevor Wert, head of media and former driving instructor from DirtFish Rally School.
Ok, so there's more to D.J. MacLean than just owning a badass Hummer H1 Turbo Diesel, he's also responsible for some time keeping and tracking at Baja and is working on a new lighting systems that's going to change industry. Check it out on Episode 19!
We talk to Kristen (not Krissy) from LeMay - America's Car Museum! If you haven't been down to the museum by now you're really missing out, no matter what kind of cars you're into. We go several times a year and are never disappointed. Have listen and here all about it!
Nick and Dan talk about modding your car the right way in the right order and why! Special shout out to our friends at Avants, APC in Woodinville, Metropolitan Detail, MULE Outfitters, and HID Kit Pros who we've talked to on several occasions for professional advice.
On this episode we talk to Amanda Friedman, the General Manager of Drivers Club Redmond.
We talk to our friend and professional race car driver Andrew Evans!
We interview The Gatekeeper - Sean McDonough. You probably know Sean from Exotics as the man at the gate. We know him as a dear friend with a life full of great car stories.
We had a fun adventure in Scottsdale thanks to the friends we've made at home. To top it off, we were lucky enough to meet a Wanker!
In this episode we get to know Adam Cramer with Avants, a rapidly growing car club you need to know about!