Car Chat

George (@gfwilliams) is an Automotive Photographer who I've known for a long time. He's shot for a variety of manufacturers and focuses on high end cars. We have a chat about how he got into the industry and all of the cars along the way including his heavily modified Lotus Exige. Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/woGDpTZHIrE https://www.instagram.com/gfwilliams/https://gfwilliams.net/Hope You Enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:https://www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes:00:00 - Intro02:06 - “That” P1 Photoshoot04:42 - Getting into Photography10:22 - Retouching Photos15:33 - Evolution of Editing Style22:55 - How to Start in Car Photography27:07 - Camera Gear45:43 - Making YouTube Videos54:47 - Driving a Lotus Exige1:11:08 - Changing Cars vs Modifying a Car1:22:11 - Favourite Road Trips1:29:09 - 5 Car Garage

It's time for Season 3 of the Car Chat Podcast to come to an end. We are having a bit of a break and will be back on October 4th. Cheers, Sam Buy Sam A Pint:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintFollow me on instagram:https://instagram.com/sammooresphoto

Justin Lunny Is the founder of Everrati -  a company that modifies existing classic and iconic cars to electric. They have a variety of models ranging from a Porsche 964 911 to a Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda. https://www.everrati.com/https://www.instagram.com/everraticars/Hope you enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintShow Notes:01:24 - Starting Everrati04:24 - Restoring and Designing the Cars12:43 - Batteries and Powertrain19:48 - The Drivetrain Experience22:37 - Living with an EV30:10 - Everrati Range34:10 - Battery Location & Optimisation40:31 - The Future of EV Tech46:51 - Justin's Garage49:42 - Technology Designers Becoming EV Designers58:23 - 5 Questions

Jonathan Ward of Icon 4x4 (@icon4x4) is on the podcast to talk about restomodding classic cars. A man of many fascinations, from pristine authentic restorations to adopting the latest aerospace tech and hand made leather goods. Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/4LCn0QSoOLMhttps://icon4x4.com/https://www.instagram.com/icon4x4/Hope you enjoy, Sam Audio Podcast:https://linktr.ee/carchatpodcastSupport The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:https://www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes00:00 - Intro12:10 - Starting TLC 4x4 & ICON 4x419:59 - Jonathan's Design Process30:57 - ICON Design Philosophy and Process51:21 - Jonathan's Side Projects1:04:37 - Being a Craftsman in the Modern Era1:27:49 - Building a Team1:40:22 - 5 Questions

Ben is the CEO of The Little Car Company (@little.cars). They make a variety of special small electric cars including the Bugatti Baby, Aston Martin DB5 Junior and the newly announced Ferrari Testa Rossa J. Check out the video podcast here: https://youtu.be/ERbyPWc974Q https://thelittlecar.co/https://www.instagram.com/little.cars/ Hope you enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:https://www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes: 00:00 - Intro03:20 - How Did The Little Car Company Start?10:42 - The Powertrains and Testing19:29 - What Do Owners Do With Them?25:06 - Driving Characteristics and Tyre Sourcing35:18 - The Tamiya Wild One MAX42:00 - The Ferrari Testa Rossa J54:34 - 5 Questions (and how Ben got into a British Ski Team..?)

Freddy Page Roberts is on the podcast to talk about the new Page Roberts design for an EV promising a big increase in range. Check out the video podcast: https://youtu.be/GqtnGCpI5_Q https://www.page-roberts.com/Support The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:https://www.TheMarket.co.ukHope you enjoy, Sam Show Notes: 00:00 - Intro02:54 - The Page-Roberts Automotive Design08:04 - Battery Layout and Design Philosophy20:32 - The Alternatives to Petrol22:50 - Sports Car EVs28:33 - What is the Plan for the Design29:52 - 5 Questions

MrJWW is back on the podcast again. We have a catch up about what James has been up to. Lots of racing, driving the full Koenigsegg range and a bunch of Modern Classics. James's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/mrjwwJames on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrjww/Hope You Enjoy, Sam Audio Podcast:https://linktr.ee/carchatpodcastSupport The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintShow Notes: 00:00 - Intro02:56 - The MrJWW Channel in 202015:38 - The Chronicles of Koenigsegg32:14 - Caterham Academy47:05 - Racing a Praga59:10 - The Modern Classics Series1:07:32 - The MrJWW Garage1:29:22 - F40 Chat & 5 Questions#podcast #carchat

Jonny (@jonnycarpervert) is back on the podcast, we have a catch up about what he's been up to including driving a crazy Ferrari 250 Restomod, the Rimac Nevera and much more. https://www.instagram.com/jonnycarpervert/https://www.youtube.com/user/CARPERVERTHope you enjoy, Sam Audio Podcast:https://linktr.ee/carchatpodcastSupport The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintShow Notes: 00:00 - Intro05:23 - What We've Been Up To19:57 - Driving EV's in the Past Year34:14 - Lotus Emira43:24 - Driving a 250 GTO RestoMod52:59 - Driving the Rimac Nevera1:07:49 - 5 Questions#podcast #carchat

Marino Franchitti joins us on the podcast to talk about racing, testing Singers and his new tv show "Three Men Four Wheels". You can find the show on Discovery + and Questhttps://www.instagram.com/mfranchitti/Hope you enjoy, Sam Audio Podcast:https://linktr.ee/carchatpodcastSupport The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintShow Notes: 00:00 - Intro01:16 - Driving Insane Race Cars14:15 - Favourite Race Cars18:13 - Racing Super GT20:35 - Road Car Development - Singer DLS30:20 - 3 Men 4 Wheels45:44 - 5 Questions

Tom Wood is the CEO of Car & Classic (@carandclassic.co.uk). We have a good chat about his background, how he came to acquire Car & Classic and make it what it is today.https://www.carandclassic.co.uk Watch the video: https://youtu.be/cNEkp39m06kHope you enjoy, SamSupport The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:https://www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes:00:00 - Intro02:49 - Classic Car Data and Cazana11:40 - Price Trends of Used EV's15:49 - Car and Classic28:21 - Buying a Car In-Person vs Online36:08 - Classic Cars in an EV Future43:57 - The Future of Car and Classic46:54 - Driving the Ariel Nomad52:05 - 5 Questions

Bruce Southey is the man behind @rocketeercars. A company that puts V6 engines in Mazda MX5s. It sounds like a great proposition, no extra weight but a better engine note and a lot more grunt. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/ImjIQpfX_nghttps://www.rocketeercars.com/Hope You Enjoy, Sam Audio Podcast:https://linktr.ee/carchatpodcastSupport The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:https://www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes: 00:00 - Intro10:52 - Bruce's Design Career16:56 - Modifying MX5's with V6's22:04 - Performance Gains35:35 - Custom MX5 Interiors39:46 - Perceived Quality49:47 - Built not Bought53:43 - 5 Questions

David Pook (@alpine_life110) is a specialist in vehicle dynamics, having worked previously for JLR SVO Division bringing you cars such as the Project 8. He founded Life 110 to bring that knowledge and consequently products to the Alpine A110. Check out the video: https://youtu.be/PFFQ-MZQ420Life 110 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alpine_life110/https://life110.co.uk/Hope you enjoy, Sam Audio Podcast:https://linktr.ee/carchatpodcastSupport The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:https://www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes: 00:00 - Intro02:29 - What is Vehicle Dynamics10:40 - Designing Cars for Local Roads18:50 - David's Career in Vehicle Dynamics26:09 - Modelling Ride and Handling42:19 - What was the Ethos of JLR SVO59:17 - Life1101:16:16 - Perfecting the A1101:30:03 - Jaguar Project 81:35:42 - The Future of Life1101:39:25 - 5 Questions

Max Girardo (@maxgirardo) is back on the podcast to have a chat about their new location in Oxfordshire and have a chat about lots of car stuff.Watch the video: https://youtu.be/Ul7eH8fpeC8https://www.instagram.com/girardoandco/https://girardo.com/Hope You Enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:https://www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes:00:00 - Intro02:18 - Moving into the new space14:38 - Porsche 95618:19 - Racecar on the road - CLK GTR20:53 - Buying and selling cars from a collection27:51 - Restomods vs. Originality33:05 - Selling rally cars47:26 - The state of the market51:58 - XJR1553:59 - The Christmas Movie56:59 - Alfa Romeo 179C1:00:13 - Events coming up1:04:02 - 5 Questions

Magnus Walker (@magnuswalker) is a Porsche guy, a man with a beard and generally a pretty cool dude. We have a chat about his journey, lots of Porsches and his new Nike colab, The SB 277 Dunk. Magnus's YT: https://www.youtube.com/user/magnusporsche1Hope you enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:https://www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes: 00:00 - Intro02:21 - Urban Outlaw15:41 - Doing a TED Talk24:47 - Magnus' Car Collection37:37 - Building a 60's Porsche48:25 - Ferrari F4058:02 - Carrera GT and Old Cars People Like1:07:07 - Nike Collaboration (SB Dunk 277)1:19:32 - Sam's Collection and Modern Porsche Chat1:37:41 - 5 Questions

Scott ( @Ratarossa ) is an absolute Ferrari fan and has taken to youtube to document bringing life back to some seriously unloved vehicles. Probably best known for his "Ratarossa". We have a chat about what got him into cars, some of the builds along the way and dig a bit into the guy behind the channel. Check out the video: https://youtu.be/IYTEtUzG2McScott's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA0ZY1x5r2lyKQfoUYvHvqQHope You Enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:https://www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes:00:00 - Intro01:26 - How did you get into cars and YouTube?09:35 - Putting together the Ratarossa15:08 - Tailoring the channel for a US audience20:56 - Working with sponsors23:37 - How do you pick your next project?28:13 - Dry Ice Blasting an engine bay35:53 - What is the final goal with the projects?44:21 - Upcoming projects1:01:44 - Learning new skills through car restoration1:11:36 - 5 Questions

James (@jayemmoncars) is an automotive youtuber of the more journalistic variety. He loves old school top gear and aims to bring a bit of that to 2021. We have a chat about his journey, "The McLaren Saga" and lots more. Check out the video: https://youtu.be/GV40C5jlRc0James's Youtube ChannelHope You Enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:https://www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes:00:00 - Intro11:13 - How did you get into cars?27:38 - From Film Production to YouTube44:30 - Press Cars And Working With Press Teams57:40 - Driving the Ferrari 812 Superfast (and GTS)1:09:45 - Owning a Ferrari 5501:26:48 - The “McLaren Saga”1:41:48 - Influencing Buyer Decisions and Current Garage1:47:46 - Audience Questions2:17:24 - 5 Questions

Tim (@shmee150) is back on the podcast again! We have a long chat about what it's like to film in America, the Shmueseum, filming hypercars and much much more. Check out the video: https://youtu.be/XXTz70Bn5a4 Tim's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/Shmee150Hope you enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:https://www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes: 00:00 - Intro04:43 - Driving the Nurburgring12:43 - The SLS Black Series27:10 - The Shmuseum39:48 - The Porsche Taycan and EV’s52:40 - Starring in the AMG GT Black Series reveal1:04:45 - Leaking of upcoming cars1:17:16 - Filming in the USA1:24:20 - The current hypercar scene1:36:07 - The GT5001:40:23 - Audience Questions1:50:52 - 5 Questions

Luke (@carswithluke) is an automotive photographer and youtuber based in Switzerland. His videos and photography showcase this stunning backdrop. We have a good chat about photography, youtube and lots of cars. Check out the video version: https://youtu.be/VAthJ4Er1Kg Luke's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwgzx-E7BXya5thqTVFPCrgHope You Enjoy,SamSupport The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes:00:00 - Intro03:03 - Moving to Switzerland and becoming a content creator15:26 - Being a full-time photographer and filmmaker24:34 - Only testing cars you are interested in31:34 - Photography skills and style evolution47:54 - What gear do you use?51:20 - Owning a GT4 and the dream of a GT31:02:36 - Owning a RS61:15:58 - Driving the Audi E-tron GT1:25:05 - Recent special drives: Ferrari 599 GTO, 911 Turbo, GT21:32:36 - 5 Questions

Tristan Judge is a Director of The Market, an online classic and collector car auction site. We have a chat about the state of the car market at the moment, what's going up, what's going down and the growing world of online auctions. Watch the video here: www.TheMarket.co.ukhttps://www.instagram.com/themarket_auctionsHope you enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:www.TheMarket.co.ukwww.Rimblades.com - Use discount code "CARCHAT" at checkoutShow Notes:0:00 - Intro5:21 - Types of Car Auctions10:03 - What cars have increased in value recently?17:15 - The value of classic cars and holding value26:34 - The value of road cars vs race cars32:27 - Endurance racing and racing experience43:09 - How does the auction process work?50:39 - Auctions representing current car value54:22 - How do you stop people bidding when they don’t have the money?56:10 - The influx of LHD cars59:26 - Increasing value of classics by restoring them1:08:26 - Modern classics and reliability1:19:23 - Recent sales and fee structure1:26:13 - Crashing a Caterham1:28:01 - 5 Questions

A little bit of a news update with some info about the new Ferrari 812 Competizione Coupe and Convertible Version. Video Podcast: https://youtu.be/KanIhKJlD4QHope You Enjoy, Cheers, Sam Show Notes: 00:00 = Intro01:27 = Specs02:07 = Engine03:10 = Aero03:34 = Interior04:23 = Independant steering + RWS 05:50 = Braking06:50 = Fake vents?07:10 = Price...

Peter (@petrol_ped) returns for the second time to tell us what he's been up to in the last year. We chat cars, bikes, podcasting and more. Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/hOwO-8JaS6A Peter's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/greavsie6672 Hope You Enjoy, SamSupport The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:www.TheMarket.co.ukwww.Rimblades.com - Use discount code "CARCHAT" at checkoutShow Notes0:00 - Intro2:55 - What have you been up to?12:01 - Cycling Content and starting a Podcast19:21 - Mini GP322:39 - Electric Car Chat33:39 - Vintage Voltage45:18 - Hendy Performance Focus RS51:12 - Do car journalists buy new cars?1:02:28 - Caterham Racing1:10:04 - Institute of Advanced Motorists Masters Course1:14:39 - Driving the M2 CS1:22:15 - 5 Questions

Dan Prosser (@danprosser86) is an automotive journalist, presenter and founder of The Intercooler. We hear back from Dan about what he's been up to in the last year and his new digital media outlet: The Intercooler. Check out the video on youtube: https://youtu.be/lZE_zMNIjvwhttps://www.instagram.com/theintercooler/Support The Podcast: https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:www.TheMarket.co.ukwww.Rimblades.com - Use discount code "CARCHAT" at checkoutHope You Enjoy, Sam Show Notes: 0:00 - Intro3:03 - Driving a V12 Ferrari for the first time8:20 - Do you get excited by hypercars?14:39 - Electric Cars24:39 - GR Yaris vs Fiesta ST36:46 - Launching “The Intercooler”56:20 - Hampton Court Concourse57:39 - The New M31:08:27 - What do we really want in a sports car?1:17:53 - Questions from Twitter1:28:28 - Where are the cheaper driver’s cars?1:44:16 - How would you improve your Alpine A110?1:50:32 - Are you biased to reviewing cars from your country?1:54:33 - 5 Questions

Troels is one of the founders and chief technical officer for Zenvo - A Danish hypercar manufacturer. He is responsible for the engineering in these crazy 1200hp drivers cars.Check out the video here: https://www.instagram.com/zenvoautomotive/https://zenvoautomotive.com/Hope You Enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintShow Notes:0:00 - Intro2:20 - Building Rallycross Cars7:29 - Developing Supercharger Kits10:44 - How did Zenvo Start?14:31 - What was the goal for Zenvo?25:16 - What’s the most challenging part of developing a hypercar?27:45 - Zenvo Gearboxes34:26 - The Zenvo TSRS43:23 - Carbon Fibre Wheels52:08 - What events are most successful for Zenvo?55:24 - How much does a Zenvo cost?56:44 - 5 Questions

Alex (@sharkwerks) is a founder of the Shark Werks Porsche tuning shop in LA. Most notably known for their 3.9l and 4.1l 997 GT3 RS conversions and exhaust systems.Check out the video on youtube: https://youtu.be/ATC1khz9T2U https://instagram.com/sharkwerks https://www.sharkwerks.comHope you enjoy, SamBuy Sam A Pint:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pint Podcast Sponsors:www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes: 0:00 - Intro3:58 - How did Shark Werks Start?19:02 - Chasing Horsepower23:22 - Setting Up Suspension31:30 - Shark Werks Fixing Common Porsche Issues44:03 - Shark Werks Research Process49:40 - Engine Upgrades and Reliability56:09 - Porsche GT41:18:48  - Turbo vs. NA Porsches1:21:48 - Experiencing High Horsepower 911’s1:30:42 - What are the differences between the Shark Werks Engines?1:38:06 - The 718 GT41:40:38 - Centrelock Wheels Going Wrong1:43:30 - Changing Gears with a Gated Shifter1:46:51 - Differences in 911 Generations1:49:54 - Porsche and Manual Gearboxes1:58:22 - 5 Questions

Jimmy Broadbent (@jimmy_broadbent) is a sim racer, presenter and youtuber. We have a chat about his journey and bunch of topics along the way. Check out the youtube vid: https://youtu.be/SnC-17tF05Yhttps://www.instagram.com/jimmy_broadbenthttps://www.youtube.com/user/jimski10Hope you enjoy, SamAudio Podcast:https://linktr.ee/carchatpodcastSupport The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:www.TheMarket.co.uk Show Notes: 00:00 - Intro04:22 - Streaming and Gaming07:06 - Sim Racing Steering Wheels08:21 - How fast are you compared to e-sports drivers?10:37 - What’s it like doing a 24hr Endurance Sim race?16:19 - What’s your pinnacle Sim race?18:57 - Direct Drive Wheels and Force-Feedback23:37 - How does different sim software compare?27:48 - Setting up a PC Racing Sim34:14 - Racing a Praga38:58 - Driving (and crashing) a Radical41:28 - Driving on a track in the wet44:01 - Heel and Toe on a Racing Sim46:10 - What Praga are you racing?50:10 - How does Sim racing compare to real racing?59:11 - Can you use real racing to improve your sim setup?1:04:10 - How to improve your sim racing times1:08:11 - How do the different Sim games compare?1:12:16 - What are you looking forward to in sim racing?1:13:05 - VR and Sim Racing1:15:50 - Getting involved with Gran Turismo1:20:36 - Has being a commentator improved your confidence?1:22:13 - Being a voice-over in the Gran Turismo games1:25:12 - Jimmy’s GT-R’s1:27:53 - Time Attack MX-51:35:02 - 5 Questions#carchatpodcast #podcast #carchat

Jonny (@cocker_jonny) is a professional racing driver and founder of JCR Developments. They make exhausts and other parts for a variety of marques but specialising in high end parts for Porsches. Check out the video on youtube: https://youtu.be/dymkA_Vs1tUhttps://www.jcr-developments.com/https://instagram.com/jcr_developmentsHope you enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:https://www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes:00:00 - Intro06:00 - Driving T-Cars11:56 - Carrera Cup17:51 - Driving Race Cars Before Legally Driving on the Road21:47 - How do You Get Racing Sponsors?25:37 - British GP and ALMS43:53 - The Difference Between a “Gentleman Driver” and a Pro50:09 - Driving in the British GP 2018-201956:21 - JCR Developments1:04:54 - Is there a Noticeable Difference between a Stock GT3RS vs. JCR Exhaust?1:13:58 - What has JCR done with the GT4?1:25:59 - Bolt-on Tips and Exhaust Volume1:45:25 - 5 Questions

Henry Catchpole ( @Henry Catchpole )is an automotive journalist writing and producing videos for various magazines and websites. We have a chat about all things cars and Henry's journey to date. https://instagram.com/henrycatchpoleHope you enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes:00:00 - Intro 11:46 - What were you doing when you first started at Evo? 16:32 - What are some memorable moments when testing? 23:43 - What was the review process at Evo? 35:43 - Starting to host videos at Evo 40:24 - Hosting videos on Carfection 42:20 - What is Carfection? 46:47 - What is it like driving high-value cars? 54:14 - Thoughts on RestoMods? 1:02:37 - Evo vs AutoCar on the M2 CS in COTY 1:05:59 - Have you had RestoMods on COTY? 1:07:31 - Old cars on new tires 1:13:02 - Experiences in Rallying 1:17:28 - What is it like driving a rally car on the road? 1:22:31 - 5 Questions 

David is the founder and CEO of Rodin Cars (@rodincarsofficial), a successful business man that has turned his attentions to building the fastest track car on the planet. A single seater that will be faster than an F1 car. They currently make 2 cars. The Rodin Fzed and the Rodin FZero.Watch the video podcast here: https://youtu.be/tgh9F1ZbkTghttps://rodin-cars.com/Hope You Enjoy, SamSupport The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes:00:00 - Intro04:32 - The start of Rodin Cars08:51 - Ferrari Challenge10:14 - Racing History before Rodin13:24 - In-house Engineering14:45 - Setting the Goal for Rodin Cars19:08 - How Have the Cars Evolved?23:25 - The Engines27:42 - Reliability34:11 - How do they compare to Road Cars?44:30 - Living in New Zealand45:16 - Buying a Rodin50:57 - Downforce & Driving Aids58:38 - 5 Questions

I got Mark Lyon - Director of GTO Engineering on the line to discuss their new vehicle, codenamed "Moderna". Mark tells us all about this exciting new car.Check out the video on youtube: https://youtu.be/52_7Oizm0OYMark's first episode: https://youtu.be/C_bbRmNb9uMhttps://www.gtoengineering.com/https://www.instagram.com/gto_engineering/Hope you enjoy, Cheers, Sam Audio Podcast:https://linktr.ee/carchatpodcastSupport The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintShow Notes: 00:00 = Intro01:32 = Where did the idea for the project come from?03:48 = Under what regulations is the car being built?05:22 = How far are you through the process?06:15 = The engine08:28 = Weight09:24 = The interior11:12 = What will people use it for?12:02 = Luggage space? + Are there customers already?12:52 = What has the feedback been like from customers?14:09 = Gearbox and the joys of 3 pedals15:11 = What do you love about driving a car that this will deliver?16:00 = Is it quite a difficult long process to make something that lives up to modern standards, doesn't leak, everything works etc. 16:59 = The price17:18 = When will see that first car?19:20 = Modern cars only being tested on track because they don't work on the road21:22 = Suspension#carchat #podcast #carchatpodcast

Matt Prior (@autocarmatt) is an automotive journalist and the Editor At Large at Autocar. We have a chat about his journey and a tonne of topics along the way. Check out the video podcast: https://youtu.be/16tJRGNFgt0https://instagram.com/autocarmattHope you enjoy, Sam Audio Podcast: https://linktr.ee/carchatpodcastSupport The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes:00:00 = Intro, the beginnings of Autocar and what do you do?08:16 = Do you get a level of enjoyment out of reviewing the more boring cars?13:00 = Road testing and silly behaviour18:40 = How fun do you find electric cars?23:52 = Tyres sometimes emit more particulates than the engine. 25:54 = How do you feel about Restomods vs Modern Supercars34:40 = GT8638:41 = C1 Racing and driving slow cars fast47:54 = Car of the year and mismatched competition53:45 = Quickfire best car in each category58:08 = Fixing a broken car and then selling straight away59:38 = Do many journalists buy new cars vs second hand?1:04:20 = Finance1:19:01 = 765LT vs Ferrari1:21:33 = McLaren Artura and Turbo Hybrids1:27:20 = Modern cars are still better but they just don't get made how I'd like them. 1:31:30 = How fast does a car really need to be?1:37:10 = Toyota is cool1:40:00 = 5 Questions1:52:56 = Buying spitfires over hypercars

Robert ( @Robert Mitchell ) is the owner of Apex Nuerburg, a rental car company and experience centre based at the Nurburgring. He's an interesting guy who pretty much only drives his supercars on the Nurburgring. We have a long discussion about business, renting cars at the ring and what it's like to run the cars that he does.https://www.apex-nuerburg.com/https://www.youtube.com/user/rmitchell248Hope You Enjoy, SamSupport The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes: 00:00 = Intro + Backstory + America17:58 = Over to Germany19:28 = Mitchell Consulting26:15 = Finding the Nurburgring30:36 = A business at the 'Ring33:51 = The first rental car39:55 = What is it like running cars only on the 'Ring?43:10 = Porsche vs Ferrari vs McLaren running costs48:24 = Current cars...53:36 = Introduction to Schirmer builds and the BMW collection1:01:32 = How much have you had to adjust the Supercars for Nurburgring life1:07:04 = The 620r and why it was nearly amazing but not quite1:13:45 = 'Ring Taxis + Manthey Racing1:30:25 = High speed runs, world records and SSC Tuatara1:42:02 = How do we define a production car2:01:10 = My track car dilemma 2:14:30 = 5 Questions

Iain Litchfield is the founder of Litchfield Motors (@litchfieldmotors). Litchfield provides tuning options for a wide variety of cars and probably best known for Nissan GT-Rs. https://www.litchfieldmotors.comHope You Enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast: https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintShow Notes: 00:00 = Intro + the birth of Litchfield07:07 = Starting working with GT-Rs09:55 = What is the aim of a Litchfield GT-R kit?11:57 = Can you explain the tuning Stage system?13:38 = Expanding into other cars, Alpine A11015:00 = Yaris GR17:52 = 911 T + 99219:45 = Why is it easy to get power out of these engines22:08 = Warranties27:00 = Do you need to run specific fuel when you've mapped an engine?28:43 = Tuning Mclarens31:02 = Scariest builds... + diffs in Mclarens41:30 = What is a good tune vs bad tune45:18 = Any cars in your sights? 49:00 = Suspension (M2, M4 etc)1:01:00 = 5 Questions

I did a little bit of digging and thought you might be interested in the results. Hope you enjoy, Cheers, Sam Buy Sam A Pint:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintSponsors:www.themarket.co.uk

Sam ( @Seen Through Glass ) is an automotive youtuber and back on the podcast for the second time. We have a chat about what he's been up to including his purchase of a 40th Edition 911. Check out the video version: https://youtu.be/dfNvwZj5Ek4Sam's Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/seenthroughglassHope you enjoy, Sam Buy Sam A Pint:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintSponsors:www.themarket.co.ukShow Notes: 00:00 = Intro03:32 = The new studio12:08 = New cars + Litchfield 911 T15:08 = The new 911 (40th edition) and buying used cars37:08 = Have you been driving it much39:34 = Reviewing cars47:57 = Alpine A11055:48 = 550 Barchetta57:45 = 812 GTS1:02:53 = SF901:18:52 = Yaris GR1:35:11 = Restomod vs historically accurate1:41:40 = 5 Questions

Scott is a professional driver coach and racing driver. His platform Driver 61 has grown massively over the last few years providing in-person and over the internet driver training. Alongside all of this Scott's youtube channel has grown massively providing entertaining engineering based videos. Enjoy!Check out the video version: https://youtu.be/_BOqOO5NZN8Scott's Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtbLA0YM6EpwUQhFUyPQU9QDriver61Support The Podcast: https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintCheers, Sam Show Notes00:00 = Intro + what have you been up to?09:54 = How has the driver training changed over the last 2 years?14:00 = Moving from Bruntingthorpe19:11 = Teaching psychology22:07 = The sim training business? 26:34 = High end sim vs low end with world's fastest gamer31:00 = Taking someone from novice to advanced35:10 = The YouTube videos38:05 = The studio44:02 = Driver 61 track days53:29 = Have you got any racing lined up?1:01:03 = 5 Questions - take 2

James Cottingham from DK Engineering joins me for a quick discussion about these two cars that have been found rocking the same VIN number. This was a livestream over on youtube: https://youtu.be/2GzMEdEIOjAHope you enjoy, SamSupport The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintPodcast Sponsors:www.TheMarket.co.uk

Oli Webb (@oliverwebbracing) is the pro racing driver (usually LMP1) and he was the driver in the car when the SSC Tuatara allegedly broke the high speed production car record with one of those runs clocking 331mph!. After the record attempt a whole lot of media and controversy popped up and Oli gives us his take on the events as they unfolded. Watch the video version: https://youtu.be/apvG1qoaGGsHope You Enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintShow Notes:00:00 = Intro01:00 = Stunt driving and working on films10:19 = Le Mans '2014:05 = Fatherhood and risk taking?16:12 = Hypercars at Le Mans28:40 = What's the daily?32:59 = The SSC Tuatara 331MPH Controversy1:12:41 = American Cars in high speed records1:17:00 = Bugatti Bolide and BOLD claims1:27:02 = What's your favourite current supercar1:28:45 = 5 Questions Revisited#highspeed #record #tuatara #ssc #carchat

Season 2 comes to an end. I'll catch you all next year. If you haven't seen yet, most of this seasons episodes were also recorded in video format. Go have a look: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW2AKE9BDG5e7fvpkj7E4kgCheers, Sam Buy Sam A Pint:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pint

Andrew Frankel (@frankelandrew) is a freelance automotive journalist writing for the major uk magazines. We have a chat about journalism, road testing, modern cars, racing cars, hybrid cars and so much more. Check out the video podcast: https://youtu.be/3S5KHBfHhXchttps://instagram.com/drivenation_https://www.instagram.com/frankelandrew/Hope you enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pinthttps://www.patreon.com/sammooresPodcast Sponsors:www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes: 00:00 = Intro01:24 = How much time is spent planning vs driving?02:34 = Where did it all start? 07:11 = Learning to review cars + Autocar08:16 = Has your journalism changed over the years? 09:31 = Do you struggle distinguishing the differences between modern cars? 14:56 = Is there a car you've driven recently where it doesn't meet expectations? SF9017:46 = Weight and the Caterham Super 718:55 = Ferrari F827:44 = Porsche 91730:47 = 2019 RSR32:09 = GT3RS vs GT3 Cup vs RSR34:21 = Does driving race cars put you off road cars? 44:44 = F Type P45050:10 = Hybrids, the next McLaren and tech1:00:00 = Back to working in Magazines1:02:01 = The lessons for approaching freelance. 1:08:52 = Do you find it stressful having to create your own work/ income? 1:13:58 = Where did you hone your road testing ability?1:16:17 = Favourite road test of all time? 1:18:10 = What's the next "McLaren F1"?1:26:43 = The T.501:29:15 = Should cars safe people if you turn everything off?1:41:38 = 5 Questions

Maximillion Cooper (@mrgumball3000) is the founder of Gumball 3000. The Gumball 3000 is a car rally which every year takes a hundred or so supercars on a crazy journey across multiple continents. I have a chat with Max about the journey of Gumball from a one off rally to the global brand it is today. Check out the video: https://youtu.be/lHnis00QLkAhttps://www.instagram.com/gumball3000https://www.instagram.com/mrgumball3000www.gumball3000.comHope you enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pinthttps://www.patreon.com/sammooresPodcast Sponsors:www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes:00:00 = Intro + the beginning of the Gumball 300003:27 = Trying to buy an F1 team07:15 = The beginnings of a rally10:18 = First year issues?14:33 = Where did the 3000 part come from?16:19 = It's an endurance event22:48 = It's a unique adventure23:25 = At what point did people start lining the roads along the route? + Jackass does Gumball28:03 = What's involved with shutting down Regent Street30:56 = What's the lead time on planning rallies? 31:25 = Is it difficult to get sponsors with Gumball's crazy party image?34:09 = How do the finances work on sponsorship vs entrance fees. 38:08 = When did flying cars in planes start?45:12 = Do you feel the pressure to keep upping the ante?47:27 = Do you have any standout stops?54:17 = Do you vet the entrants and the cars? 58:25 = Have you had border troubles? - The Germany saga1:08:31 = Is getting insurance simple?1:10:25 = Spirit Of The Gumball?1:13:35 = Do you have some favourite cars from the rallies?1:15:21 = Where is the next rally?1:17:01 = 5 Questions

Paul (@wallacepjw) is back on the podcast for the second time. Head back to episode 22 to hear about Paul's life story. In this episode we catch up on his exploits in the last year including; what happened to the 458 he was importing, the Lamborghini Murcielago finally breaking down and his new Nissan GTR. Check out the Video Podcast here: https://youtu.be/4qy5XWwYRTMPaul's first appearance on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/22-paul-wallace-supercars-of-london/id1432553826?i=1000454632509 https://www.instagram.com/wallacepjw/https://www.youtube.com/user/supercarsoflondonHope you enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pinthttps://www.patreon.com/sammooresPodcast Sponsors:www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes: 00:00 = Intro01:05 = SSC Tuatara High Speed Record Controversy14:03 = The Bugatti Chiron19:20 = Spinning 812 On A Bridge28:46 = How is the Murcielago?30:21 = Problems with the Lambo34:46 = Coolant moments37:15 = Front splitter Porsche woes39:50 = The 45842:21 = Base spec56:12 = Starting to love Porsches58:36 = Detail before you collect1:06:01 = Take it to the limit when you first get it1:11:22 = 765lt 1:21:42 = Buying a McLaren1:26:43 = Tesla Model 3 + electric cars1:45:09 = Peugeot e2081:52:58 = BMW M41:58:23 = The daily2:08:23 = Appreciating older cars2:10:18 = 5 Questions Mkii2:17:04 = The GTR

Darren Turner (@darrenturner007) is a works Aston Martin racing driver. He currently races for Aston Martin in the GTE Pro category in the World Endurance Championships having previously won Le Mans 3 times! We have a chat about what it's like to race at this level along with Darren's work developing the Valkyrie, Vulcan and also his business providing high end simulators for driver development. Check out the video podcast: https://youtu.be/stifmMtA2_w https://www.instagram.com/darrenturner007https://www.darrenturner007.com/https://www.baseperformance.net/Hope you enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pinthttps://www.patreon.com/sammooresPodcast Sponsors:www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes00:00 = Intro + Getting Into Racing03:26 = Jordan Grand Prix Team09:12 = Jim Russel Racing School11:04 = Formula First Championship12:57 = Sponsorship19:45 = Vauxhall Lotus20:45 = BRDC Young Driver Award24:08 = The jump up to an F1 car with McLaren and testing27:51 = The transition from real world resting to simulator testing28:49 = Base Performance Simulators32:05 = Where are your simulators placed vs F1 and consoles35:07 = How close are Sims to a real car? 38:42 = What software are you using?45:58 = Adjusting car models51:08 = eSports + Legends Trophy54:40 = Crossover between real world driving and eSports driving1:01:01 = Le Mans eSports Racing1:02:32 = Real Le Mans1:04:35 = The Aston Martin journey + the differences between GT1, LMP and GTE1:11:12 = Scything through traffic1:20:33 = Winning Le Mans vs Winning The Championship1:23:18 = Why is Le Mans such a different beast?1:26:18 = Do you get into a zen like state?1:32:50 = Development driving on the road cars1:37:47 = Valkyrie vs Vulcan - who are they pitched at1:40:12 = Are you sad we aren't seeing a Valkyrie GTR at Le Mans?1:43:14 = BOP1:44:27 = 5 Questions

Christian doesn't need much introduction. The founder and CEO of the Swedish high-performance automobile manufacturer Koenigsegg Automotive AB (@koenigsegg). Koenigsegg create the most amazing hypercars on the planet and in this podcast we dig into some of the innovations in two of their latest products: The Jesko Absolut and the Gemera. Check out the video podcast here: https://youtu.be/Rf0HlUgfuHswww.koenigsegg.comHope you enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast: https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pint https://www.patreon.com/sammooresPodcast Sponsors:www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes:00:00 = Intro01:15 = The Gemera - Origins05:50 = The new tech in the Gemera08:20 = vs conventional hybrids10:50 = Propulsion agnostic11:37 = 1 Gear14:40 = Freevalve tech21:10= Michelin Pilot 4S22:30 = Driving in the wet and snow23:50 = The Jesko Absolut and why it's the fastest car on the planet. 27:40 = Will we ever see a high speed run?31:11 = What is your favourite part of your job?33:20 = How is Koenigsegg split as a tech company vs a car company?36:10 = 4 Questions39:49 = Tesla41:40 = An electric Koenigsegg in the future?

MZR Roadsports (@mzr_roadsports) are a specialist builder of custom Datsun 240Zs. They create an amazing version of this cool Japanese sports car with attention to detail in all areas. Rahail and I have a chat about the journey of the business, the cars and what's coming in the future. https://mzrroadsports.co.uk/Check out the video: https://youtu.be/ZJoy_WeELhU Hope you enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast: https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pint https://www.patreon.com/sammooresPodcast Sponsors:www.TheMarket.co.ukShow Notes:00:00 = Intro 00:43 = Datsun vs Nissan01:47 = Where did it all begin? 10:05 = What have been some of the hardest things along the way?14:40 = Who are customers for these cars? 16:50 = The Process18:35 = Corona19:28 = When do the specs need to be locked in?21:32 = Different body styles? + MZR 5023:50 = The engines26:10 = The chassis27:56 = What's the difference between driving an original and one of your cars?34:42 = How many cars have you made? 35:57 = How much does a car cost?41:20 = Would you sell parts to other people? 43:50 = What's been your proudest moment of this process? 49:10 = Have you had new customers come through instagram?53:46 = 5 Questions

Sam Hancock (@hancock_sam) is a Professional Racing driver, coach, consultant and commentator. Sam has just got back from commentating at Le Mans for Eurosport so we have a bit of a dig into what's been going on and a bit about Sam. This is a long one so might be worth getting a brew on. https://www.samhancock.com/ Check out the video: https://youtu.be/x33k1pxXjfYPodcast Sponsor:https://themarket.co.uk/Support The Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/sammooresIf you'd like to sponsor the podcast please get in touch: info@sammoores.comFollow Me On Social Media:InstagramTwitterYoutubeShow Notes: 0:00 = Intro and what do you do? 2:30 = Commentating at Le Mans 24hrs9:13 = Toyotas leaving under electric power 12:23 = GT Car Sounds15:00 = The new hyperpole format18:15 = The end of the LMP1 era19:40 = The problem with the 919 Tribute26:59 = Track limits at Le Mans 202028:38 = Stand out moments of LM 24 '2039:40 = Hypercars at Le Mans50:14 = BOP58:39 = Ferrari F81:04:54 = 250 SWB and old cars vs new1:10:16 = Dallara Stradale1:12:52 = What is your typical customer like? 1:16:02 = Setting up a racecar1:22:29 = Testing at Silverstone + Ollie Hancock1:27:05 = Different coaching styles1:40:46 = Rob Willson - gentle, firm1:48:25 = How seriously are you taking your racing atm (me)1:52:20 = Don't be afraid of faster racing cars 1:58:27 = Road to Le Mans coaching programs2:04:57 = The difference an amateur can make at Le Mans2:06:36 = Fake silvers and the rating system2:11:08 = 5 Questions

Frank Cassidy (@blackbettyandco) is the founder of Boxengasse; a Porsche biased automotive hub near Bicester. Frank also has quite a collection of Porsches of all different types. We chat about what it takes to setup something like Boxengasse and a lot of Porsche. https://www.instagram.com/blackbettyandco/https://www.instagram.com/boxengasseco/Check out the video podcast: https://youtu.be/1jYuUC0cvo0Support The Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/sammooresHope you enjoy,Sam Frank Cassidy Show Notes0:00 = Intro + What is Boxengasse? 3:05 = Finding the location? 4:03 = What was the site used for before? 5:21 = Do you need to build buildings differently for automotive uses? 11:49 = First tenant is in, now what?19:40 = How is it having Bicester Heritage round the corner? 22:28 = Why Porsche?25:56 = Frank's Cars30:24 = If I gave you a blank canvas to create a road car how would you modify it? 38:40 = Older cars vs newer cars42:06 = 250 SWB48:29 = You can drive only one of your cars on a road trip which would it be? 55:21 = Are you eyeing anything up? 58:33 = Leicas + Well built stuff1:04:06 = 5 Questions

Mark is the founder and managing director of GTO Engineering; a classic Ferrari specialist offering in house restoration, servicing, car sales and a worldwide supplier and manufacturer of classic parts. Earlier in the day I got to drive GTO Engineering's 250 SWB. Check out the video podcast: https://youtu.be/C_bbRmNb9uMSupport The Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/sammooresIf you'd like to sponsor the podcast please get in touch: info@sammoores.comFollow Me On Social Media:InstagramTwitterYoutubeHope you enjoy,SamShow Notes: 0:00 = Intro + Where it all began6:08 = What led you to starting to make parts?12:17 = Assembling all of these parts into your own 250 SWB20:24 = How does that car compare to the other similar ones?21:35 = The next thing? 22:20 = How would you describe your perfect driving car? 26:30 = Can you compete in your builds? 33:27 = What's the process of restoring a car? 40:41 = Event Support, Racing and Prep50:20 = 5 Questions

Joe is back (@joeachilles). We have a chat about what he's been up to and a whole host of machinery along the way including the new M3 Touring, E46 M3 CSL, his M2 and much more. Check out the video podcast: https://youtu.be/jI-P26o6GFMSupport The Podcast:https://www.patreon.com/sammooreshttps://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintIf you want to find Joe's original podcast it is here: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/02-bmws-and-more-with-joe-achilles/id1432553826?i=1000419748349Hope you enjoy, Sam Follow Me On Social Media:InstagramTwitterYoutubeIf you'd like to sponsor the podcast please get in touch: info@sammoores.com

Tom Jaconelli ( @Romans International ) heads up buying and marketing at Romans International, a car dealership specialising in supercars and hypercars. When I popped in to visit they had 2 veyrons, a laf, an enzo, cgt, 918 and so much more. Check out the video podcast: https://youtu.be/It_CY3x3xuU https://www.romansinternational.com/Support The Podcast:https://www.patreon.com/sammoores https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintHope You Enjoy, SamShow Notes: 00:00 = Intro + Where did it all start?04:45 = Are there certain things on cars that help sell them? 06:26 = Using social media to help customers and increase sales10:20 = "Launch Editions"12:50 = Will you modify cars for customers? 13:59 = What's it been like during the coronavirus period? 15:55 = Do you own most of your stock? 18:31 = Are cars over list these days? 26:36 = Low mileage cars30:02 = Pricing in the future32:28 = Some of the cars in stock35:37 = The Ferrari 812 and prices41:23 = Have you come across many cars just missing key items from the spec sheet? 52:12 = Are you interested in electric cars? 55:33 = The Gordon Murray T.501:07:27 = 5 Questions

Raz (@rokenr) is a Youtuber and car enthusiast who's specialty has always been Mercedes models but is rapidly branching out. We welcome him back to the podcast for a catchup and a chat about the latest Mercedes releases (S Class and AMG GT Black Series) along with his new Porsche 992 Turbo S. If you would like to know Raz's story head back to episode 29 when we first had him on: https://youtu.be/BtDHMoI9qgo Help Support The Podcast:https://www.patreon.com/sammoores https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pint Hope You Enjoy, SamShow Notes: 0:00 = Intro1:01 = How has lockdown been for you? 3:36 = 2020 Audi RS45:52 = Raz's new 992 Turbo S12:10 = The new SL14:32 = What's the difference between 991 & 99219:01 = What are the main differences between 992 Turbo S and 4S?22:25 = Where are my Porsches29:48 = New S Class43:45 = AMG GT Black Series51:37 = New BMW M356:05 = Hybrid Cars57:45 = The Honda E

Adam Hawley (@theonporsche) is the man behind some really quite amazing Porsche 964 builds. A car designer by trade he has now turned his skills into creating perfect panels and an overall design that just looks "right". We have a dig into what makes him tick and the cars he has created. Check out the video podcast: https://youtu.be/doabOYQl8CMhttps://theondesign.com/Support The Podcast:https://www.patreon.com/sammooreshttps://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pintHope You Enjoy,SamShow Notes:00:00 = Intro00:50 = It's all about the details06:41 = Why did you choose a 964 as a base and even a Porsche to begin with?12:47 = What have been some of the biggest struggles? 13:52 = How useful has 3d modelling been? 18:04 = In the event of a small accident what is it like to fix carbon fibre? 18:42 = Is this your perfect 911? 20:24 = What are the spec options on the car? What can you change? 23:40 = What is your response if someone has an extremely wacky project they want to make? 25:48 = What are some of your favourite design elements of the car? 30:46 = What cars are you into? 35:39 = What is a typical customer? 44:40 = OEM +52:31 = 5 Questions