Ford Mustang The First Generation, The Early Years Podcast (Doug Sandler, Turnkey Podcast Production, TurnKey Podcast, Doug Sandler)
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| 03 May 2021 | Mustang Muscle Car Buying and Selling Greg Payne Interview | 00:22:28 | |
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 ============ 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/ Facebook Vanguard Motor Sales https://www.facebook.com/Vanguard-Motor-Sales-48652176325 Youtube Vanguard Motor Sales https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtTN3cQJNgP23XKj5AS-RfA
Cover art photo credit: Melissa Marschke https://www.instagram.com/melissa.marschke/
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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Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host: doug@turnkeypodcast.com
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Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time. | |||
| 07 Feb 2022 | Virtual People's Choice Car Show and Much More | 00:35:34 | |
People's Choice Awards Classic Mustang Car Show:
Hot Rods and Hot Wings:
About today's guest: Donald Farr has been a Mustang owner since 1970 and involved in the Mustang hobby as a journalist and editor since 1977. His first assignments were for the Shelby American Automobile Club and for a new magazine called Mustang Monthly. In 1980, Farr joined Mustang Monthly to become the magazine’s first full-time editor. Check out this piece of history -- In 1987, Farr wrote a Mustang Monthly editorial about Ford’s plans to convert the Mustang to front-wheel drive and asked readers to write Ford in protest. Over 30,000 letters flooded Ford World Headquarters, convincing Ford to change its plans for the Mustang. He’s received a Lifetime Appreciation Award from Ford’s Team Mustang in 2011 and the Lee Iacocca Award in 2012. He was inducted into the Mustang Club of America’s Mustang Hall of Fame in 2012. Farr currently owns the 1966 Mustang GT hardtop that his grandfather purchased new in 1966. Here to talk Classic Mustangs AND his love of the Mustang brand, welcome Donald Farr to the show. Projects/Books published: The Art of the Mustang, Mustang Speed Read and Complete Book of Ford & Mercury Muscle Cars, Boss Mustang: 50 Years Promotional Partner Bangin’ Headlights - www.TheMustangPodcast.com/headlights Get a discount, use the link
Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast (social media) The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328
@mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair
Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler
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| 29 Oct 2024 | Four Decades of Classic Mustang Ownership, Bill Musser Interview | 00:26:27 | |
For over 40 years, he's been behind the wheel of his 1969 Mach 1. As Bill likes to say it, this car has history, and plenty of speeding tickets too. Let's take a trip down memory lane of this famous Classic Pony Bill, welcome to Ford Mustang the Early Years podcast. How long have you owned your Classic Pony?: 1969 Mach 1, own for years. My car was used in making of the Mach E by Ford. Please upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.: https://secure.acuityscheduling.com/admin/intake-form-values?key=7gXhAndXK%2BoFXYpQJySlDgTbqpy61KAuk%2F9KcBiVqFqrlWLlfDBvTzvu0rvrPNBaT54%3D If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?: Mabel Ford Performance article: https://performance.ford.com/enthusiasts/fan-spotlight/2020/12/bill-musser-mach-1.html YouTube Videos: https://youtube.com/@billmusser2185?si=YKEvjmU_LbHvViYO If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: Restore it myself with help from friends and family. Engine, transmission, rack and pinion, rear end and many more things. My car is known around the world because of Ford using it. In video and pictures for relaunching of the Mach 1 2021 and introduction of the Mach E. What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: Trying to keep the car running. The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ @fordpickuppodcast https://www.instagram.com/fordpickuppodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 10 Jan 2025 | Labors of Love: Wiring, Wrenching, and Rewinding a Vintage Mustang, Interview with Ron Bossen | 00:42:23 | |
Purchased about the same time I acquired Jewel, my 1965 convertible, today's guest Ron Bossen got his 1965 coupe. Helsinki, Finland continues bringing the Mustang brand out strong. Welcome, Ron to Ford Mustang The Early Years podcast Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application Do you own an early year Mustang?: Yes! A 1965 Mustang Coupe If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?: 4 years+ If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?: Rowena If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: New wiring bumper to bumper, LED's on all exterior and interior lights except headlights, heater rebuild, shocks and suspension all four corners, T5 manual transmission, power windows, pony interior, center console, wheels and tires What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: Repair leaky windows, add emergency flashers, some minor paint and body work, maybe three-point seat belts, other small stuff like seat belt and parking brake reminder lights The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ @fordpickuppodcast https://www.instagram.com/fordpickuppodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! "Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time!" Doug Sandler | |||
| 09 Dec 2019 | John Clor, Veteran Ford Journalist for 45 Years - Interview | 00:35:38 | |
Answers to our Interview Q&A provided by John Clor: WHAT DO YOU DO FOR A LIVING AND IS IT RELATED TO CLASSIC CARS OR MUSTANGS? I am the Enthusiast Communications Manager for Ford Performance, plus I lead the Ford Performance Club Connect program as well as manage all of the Ford enthusiast content on FordPerformance.com. I'm also a regular monthly columnist for Mustang Times, the Mustang Club of America's club publication. IS THERE ANYTHING SPECIFIC YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE ON THE SHOW? I would like to discuss the Ford Mustang as an American cultural icon, and how the enthusiast community helped it achieve that status. HOW LONG HAVE YOU OWNED YOUR CLASSIC RIDE? I've owned various classic Mustangs since 1972 IF YOU'VE MADE IMPROVEMENTS TO YOUR CLASSIC CAR OR RESTORED IT, WHAT WORK HAVE YOU DONE? Full rotisserie resto of 77 Cobra II T-Top. Mild performance upgrade (heads, cam, intake, etc) for its 302 V-8. DO YOU WORK ON YOUR CLASSIC CARS YOURSELF OR DO YOU HAVE A MECHANIC OR SHOP DO THE WORK? I do some cosmetic and mechanical work, except for machine shop and body and paint. WHAT PLANS DO YOU HAVE FOR IMPROVEMENTS/RESTORATION/MODIFICATION OF YOUR CLASSIC CAR? Have another Cobra II (78 T-Top V-8) that I am in the process of resto-modding. Where can we find more info about YOU? My content appears on FordPerformance.com, Ford PerformanceClubConnect.com and in Mustang Times magazine, the official monthly membership publication of the Mustang Club of America. I can be reached via email through ClubHub@Ford.com
Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host: doug@turnkeypodcast.com Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time. | |||
| 04 Apr 2022 | From Pig Farmer to Pony Lover, Nestor Chaves Interview | 00:36:30 | |
Exhaust manifolds, distributors, family and his blue 1965 Mustang coupe. It’s easy to see what today’s guest loves most. In Costa Rica you will find Nestor Chaves working hard and playing hard. Today we have him on Ford Mustang The Early Years podcast.
Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application ============ Do you own a early year Mustang?: Yes, a 1965 Coupe If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?: 22 years What do you do for a living?: I’m a Pig Farmer in Costa Rica If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?: Mustafa If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: Just electric fan, Maxx distributor What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: The car needs a new paint job and maybe an overhaul there’s a little smoke coming out
Connect with Nestor Chaves: https://www.facebook.com/nestorchavesr https://instagram.com/nestorchavesr?r=nametag
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Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast (social media) The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair
Cover art photo credit: Nestor Chaves, 1965 Mustang Coupe
Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 02 Oct 2023 | Boyhood Fan to Lifelong Enthusiast, Paul Mickelson Interview | 00:37:12 | |
From childhood enthusiast to lifelong owner of his Classic Mustang. Paul Mickelson, I know I am excited to hear the rest of the story, welcome to Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast. Paul’s guest request: I believe my story is unique to Mustang ownership. I have an early (64.5) D code coupe with a 4 speed. Rally Pak and console. It was ordered by my father for a Libby who traded cars every 7 years. I was 9 in 1964. When she took delivery of her new Mustang I was at the dealership. In my best big boy voice I mentioned that when she traded her Mustang in 7 years I would be 16 and planned to buy it. Well if you’re interested in the rest of the story I’d be happy to share. 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?: Since 1971 If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? The old car If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: It is close to the original car. Obviously the wheels and tires. The motor was rebuilt in 1996 and high performance parts were used. I still have the original spare. What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: It’s only new once. I will maintain the mechanical parts but never repaint or restore. The Mustang Marketplace https://themustangpodcast.loma.tech/ The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ @fordpickuppodcast https://www.instagram.com/fordpickuppodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot Sponsored by: Vintage Air With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 08 Jul 2019 | Chris Slee, Kiwi Classics and Customs Interview | 00:22:53 | |
Chris Slee, owner of Kiwi Classics and Customs in Franklin, Tennessee and host Doug Sandler talk about some of the key "How To's" for buying a classic Mustang, what to look for when shopping and how to find a safe early generation Mustang. More about:
Chris Slee Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host: Thanks for listening, keep it safe and keep it on the road! | |||
| 04 May 2020 | Ford's FIRST Mustang Owners, Gail and Tom Wise | 00:32:36 | |
Gail and Tom Wise, The original, original Mustang owners. Questions we detail on this episode:
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. | |||
| 21 Oct 2019 | Concours Expert, Boss and Shelby Specialist Marcus Anghel Interview | 00:34:01 | |
Marcus Anghel Anghel Restorations Email: marcus@anghelrestorations.com
Websites: 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:
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 =
Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host: doug@turnkeypodcast.com
Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time. | |||
| 11 Jul 2022 | Old Car Pricing Has Never Been So Good, Joe Troise Interview | 00:44:43 | |
Joseph Troise is the author of two books on automobiles, as well as many articles on classic cars and automotive history. His work has appeared in Autoweek and Road & Track, San Francisco Chronicle, Hemmings Classic Car and many more. Joseph is also a former Market Analyst for the Kelley Blue Book, and part of the development team for Kelley’s Early Car Edition. Here to talk classic car valuation, classic car inspections and old ponies, welcome Joe to Ford Mustang The Early Years. Discussed on today’s episode with Joseph:
What do you do for a living?: Classic Car Appraiser and Inspector What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: I would like to build a Ford Falcon Sprint coupe pro-tourer Website: https://www.oldcarpricing.com/ Cover art photo credit: https://www.instagram.com/red.fire67/ Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast (social media) The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Have an idea for a guest for the show? Reach out to me directly: T-Shirt Giveaway Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 07 Oct 2019 | Jason Engel, Classic Recreations Founder Interviewed | 00:31:04 | |
Jason Engel Classic Recreations www.1967FastBack.com Jason Engel of Classic Recreations has had a love affair with Shelby Vintage Mustangs as well cars since he can remember. Building these from the ground up, he and his team are doing approximately 30 cars a year putting 2500-3000 man hours into each one of these ponies and he is loving where it’s all going. Questions I ask Jason:
Interest in more info on Classic Recreations, contact their media support: Kahn Media, Inc. Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host: doug@turnkeypodcast.com Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time. | |||
| 15 Nov 2021 | Town Hall Classic Mustang Community Speaks Out | 01:03:19 | |
Mustang TownHall Meeting Welcome to this special episode of Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast. Today we are covering an extensive range of topics in this Town Hall style meeting. If you are joining us LIVE, welcome to the meeting. Participants are from all over the world and were self selected directly from our Facebook Group of nearly 1,100 members. The group is called Classic Mustang Connection and can be joined FREE by simply going to TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook or click the link in the show notes. We will be doing this meeting round robin style, as I mention a topic please chime in when we get to that part of the agenda and if you are here with us LIVE. The topics include: storing your Classic Mustang for the winter months, valuation, insurance, restoration, modifications and performance, outfitting your garage and tool box and Mustang clubs. Since we have lots to talk about, let’s dive right in with introductions.
Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast (social media) The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Cover Art Photo Credit: Jonathan Campagna Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 03 May 2023 | A Focus on Quality, Alf's Mustang Garage | 00:37:04 | |
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: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZi2JnDfxDHwqJoxJzFnIlA Garage Website Cover art credit: Colins Classic Auto: https://www.instagram.com/colinsclassicauto/ The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 30 Sep 2019 | Thom Singer, Great Mustang Story, Then and Now | 00:26:13 | |
Of all the guests I’ve interviewed since starting Ford Mustang, The Early Years podcast, my guest today, Thom Singer is the only one I have knew before launching this show. As the host of widely popular Cool Things Entrepreneurs do, I’ll add a link to the show notes for that show, Thom is a fellow podcaster, Mustang enthusiast, amazing story teller, very funny comedian and all around good guy, excited to chat, welcome Thom to the show. Topics Thom and I discuss:
Special Links: Thom’s Podcast Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do https://thomsinger.com/podcast/ Thom's email: thom@thomsinger.com Have an idea for the show, want your classic Mustang on the cover of our weekly show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to me: doug@turnkeypodcast.com or check out the website, www.TheMustangPodcast.com Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time. | |||
| 29 Mar 2021 | Pizza Delivery Driver to Shade Tree Mechanic, Phil Landes Interview | 00:23:44 | |
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.
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. | |||
| 11 Dec 2023 | Transforming Cars into Shelby Legends: Insights from Jason Engle | 00:20:13 | |
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:
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. The Mustang Marketplace https://themustangpodcast.loma.tech/ The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ @fordpickuppodcast https://www.instagram.com/fordpickuppodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Sponsored by: Vintage Air Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 15 Mar 2021 | Classic Muscle Is a Family Affair, Aaron Duncan Interview | 00:41:42 | |
Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast Guest Application ============ If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?: One for almost 14 years and the other for 5 years. What do you do for a living?: I am the head designer and officer for Duncan Brothers Customs. If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?: My 1966 Mustang is the Ripper and my 2005 Mustang GT is the Reaper If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: I think the list would almost be smaller to ask what I haven't done. Generally I don't like to build anything back to stock, I like to make it better than it rolled off the factory line. What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: Down the road possibly a coilover suspension upgrade as well as a Coyote Swap.
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 Email: aaron@duncanbrotherscustoms.com
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.
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. | |||
| 11 Mar 2025 | The Legacy Lives On, Lynn Iverson Interview | 00:28:35 | |
Lynn Iverson My ‘66 was born aqua. I got mine after my brother passed (he was a corvette guy though). He restored antique muscle for a living. I asked myself “what am I waiting for? Life is fleeting”. Saved up my tips from pouring beer at a brewery on Friday nights and paid cash. Now I am slowly restoring this car with my 12 year old daughter. Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application ============ How long have you owned your Classic Mustang? For about 2.5 years What is his/her name? No, it’s not Sally. Hahaha. Leaning towards Betty If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done? Working on the interior now What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car? My daughter and will continue in the interior and maybe bodywork to restore the car to its original color, silver blue. @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! "Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time!" Doug Sandler | |||
| 02 Sep 2019 | Tom Scarpello, Revology Founder, Interview | 00:32:57 | |
Tom Scarpello, Founder of Revology Cars, interview Email: tom@revologycars.com Imagine being able to create your dream car, old school looks and new school performance, handling and systems. Whether it be a 1965 Mustang Coupe, a 65 Fastback or classic Mustang 66 convertible. Tom Scarpello has created this dream, and made it available to the world. His dream. The market seems to agree. – His company Revology has had a backlog of orders since they launched. Now, they are expanding our production capacity and adding new models. They have a talented team of engineers and technicians who design and build our vehicles to the highest level. Their intention is to deliver the best-built, best performing, most fun-to-drive specialty automobiles on the market, for people who value quality and appreciate attention to detail. Welcome to Ford Mustang The Early Years podcast. Questions Tom and I talk about:
Very soon Revology Cars will be launching a parts division to market exclusive Revology-developed parts and component kits to owners of vintage Mustangs who wish to upgrade their cars' performance, reliability, comfort, and safety. If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?: Lumpy, Chip, Daisy, Slim, Rusty (Revology prototypes and mule cars) Tom bought his first Mustang in 1982, a 1965 Mustang Fastback Location Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host: Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time. | |||
| 19 Apr 2021 | Survivor Series Part 2, The Survivors that Never Got Away | 00:33:53 | |
The Survivor Series Part 2 (three stories) Cover art photo of a 1966 sauterene gold fastback (owner Russel Weaver), 41K miles, original paint and interior Ford Mustang community, a great event we have coming up called Fabulous Fastback Fanatics. If you have a fastback or simply love the sleek curved profile of Mustangs most in-demand classic model, you will want to check out our LIVE panel discussion. Experts answering your questions and sharing their wisdom on the best ways to modify, rebuild, restore and maintain your fastbacks. The event is FREE but has limited seating. Register today and get details at www.TheMustangPodcast.com/fastback To introduce this part of the Survivor series I am speaking to Bob Moran another Plain Jane owner. Tell me Bob what is the fascination in your opinion of survivors? Tell me, what makes your classic pony a survivor? Do you plan on keeping it as a survivor or are you looking at rebuild, restore or restomod? Survivor Stories from: Bob Moran, Roger Furman and Loren Smith 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. Fabulous Fastback Fanatics Register today and get details at www.TheMustangPodcast.com/fastback 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. | |||
| 09 Aug 2021 | Classic Ford Mustang Community Town Hall Meeting | 01:09:26 | |
Of all the things about old Mustangs that is near and dear to us, the community is what brings us all together. Whether you are going to car shows, swaps, cruises, meetups or just hanging out with a couple other Classic Mustang owners we all agree the car got us in but the community kept us coming back. With that in mind I bring us to this episode, our Classic Mustang Connection meet up episode. Let’s chat with a handful or so of enthusiasts, experts and pros in the business because when it comes down to it, we all simply love the Mustang brand. Here we go, Welcome to Ford Mustangs The Early Years Podcast.
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| 12 Aug 2019 | Buying and Selling Your Classic Mustang. Interview with Bob Mueller of Streetside Classics | 00:37:11 | |
Bob Mueller is the Director of Sales and Marketing for Streetside Classics Imagine being able to work and play around classic cars all day long. Bob Mueller is the Director of Sales and Marketing for Streetside Classics, a woman owned business founded by CEO Donna Robbins. Streetside Classics is also known as the Nation's Trusted Consignment Dealer, providing sellers and buyers alike with the peace of mind that only comes from partnering with one of the largest classic car dealerships in the country. Since they first opened their doors in 2008 in Charlotte, North Carolina, they have grown nationwide with multiple locations from east coast to Arizona, welcome Bob to the show. Here are some of the questions I asked Bob during the interview:
CHARLOTTE SHOWROOM How to get in touch with Bob Mueller: Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host: Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time. | |||
| 11 Jan 2021 | A Lifelong Passion for Classic American Muscle, Troy Kuyoth Interview | 00:23:39 | |
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 ========================================================================= 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/ 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. | |||
| 19 Aug 2019 | Mustangs are a Girl’s Best Friend, Interview with Lindsey Curcio | 00:18:52 | |
Lindsey Curcio considers herself a rabbit hole researcher who would rather do all the work herself then pay somebody to do work she could do herself. And she has proven it, taking her broken down, barely breathing 1966 Mustang Coupe from its previous owner and rebuilding, restoring and repairing nearly everything...herself. Before purchase, her Mustang was deceptively pretty but looks can and in this case were very deceiving. Join us today as we talk about her experience with her first generation pony. Questions asked on today’s episode:
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| 12 Nov 2024 | A Lifetime of Mustang Memories, Eric Ahnfeldt interview | 00:25:31 | |
Eric Ahnfeldt Purchased new in 1965, this car has been in the family even longer that today's guest has been alive. Here to share this incredible origin story, welcome Eric Ahnfeldt to the podcast. 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?: 11yrs Please upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.: https://secure.acuityscheduling.com/admin/intake-form-values?key=KipD3JpXeTanjlfpQL0RrbL95lbzmgQSQP5Usm%2FPw1%2BOVYlsecGGKaoLq2znN3r%2FXso%3D If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?: Mussy If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: Rebuilt the original engine, paint (original color), added stereo, LED lights inside and out, What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: Front Disc breaks. Maybe upgrade to 4v carb.... Then exhaust The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ @fordpickuppodcast https://www.instagram.com/fordpickuppodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 12 Oct 2020 | The Next Generation Speaks Up, Aaron Duncan Interview | 00:31:28 | |
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.
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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
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| 26 Oct 2020 | Classic Mustang Expert, Auto Journalist and Previous Mustang Monthly Editor, Mark Houlahan Interview | 00:47:48 | |
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/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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| 03 Aug 2020 | Every Mustang is a Keeper for Keith McLeod | 00:29:36 | |
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: Get our episodes in your inbox follow the link in the show notes: www.TheMustangPodcast.com Mustangs on a Mission registration is NOW -- Aug 22 and Aug 23 Register at MustangsOnAMission.org Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time. | |||
| 10 Aug 2020 | A Garage Filled With Awesome -- Each Mustang A Keeper. Dave Shaffer Interview | 00:30:51 | |
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 :(
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| 27 Mar 2024 | Classic Recreations, Igor Polegkiy Interview | 00:30:03 | |
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 ============ 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. Classic Recreations: https://www.instagram.com/classicrecreations/ Igor's page: https://www.instagram.com/p/CmFTdZmuYn3/ Quick Reviews in 60: https://www.instagram.com/quickreviewsin60/ @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ @fordpickuppodcast https://www.instagram.com/fordpickuppodcast/ Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 22 Jun 2020 | The Little Inline 6 That Could, Mark Carbonaro Interview | 00:44:53 | |
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?).
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| 11 Nov 2019 | One Car One Family, Chris Hince Shares His Classic Mustang Story | 00:28:46 | |
Some of the questions I ask Chris on today's episode:
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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. | |||
| 30 Oct 2023 | Daily Driver to Museum Quality Classic Mustang, Pete Engel Shares HIs Journey | 00:29:55 | |
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 ============ 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, The Mustang Marketplace https://themustangpodcast.loma.tech/ The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ @fordpickuppodcast https://www.instagram.com/fordpickuppodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Sponsored by: Vintage Air Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 27 Dec 2021 | Tis The Season for Classic Mustang Restoration and Repairs | 00:45:47 | |
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 ============ 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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| 29 May 2023 | Classic Rewind, What's Up Doc | 00:46:29 | |
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. Christopher Ingrassia Mustang Restorations Inc. - Direct connect: 847-428-9889 http://www.mustangrestoration.net/ @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Cover Art Photo Credit: https://www.instagram.com/mymustangmarilyn/ Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 28 Jun 2021 | The Best Place on Earth To Experience Hot Rods, Muscle Car, Cruisers and Customs, Tim McGrane from M1 Concourse | 00:23:18 | |
With roots deep in the automotive industry, our guest today Tim McGrane is no stranger to the classics. And boy does he know how to play hard too. Tim is Chief Executive Officer of M1 Concourse in Pontiac, Michigan, an 87-acre playground for auto enthusiasts that includes the world’s largest community of Private Garages and a state-of-the-art 1.5-mile Performance Track with its own private Motorsports Club. Tim is all about community. M1 is a place where enthusiasts can keep, show and exercise their vehicles in the company of other enthusiasts and enjoy unforgettable experiences in a social setting unavailable to people who keep their cars at home or in a traditional storage facility. M1 Concourse is the epicenter of all things automotive in metro Detroit and provides the largest concentration of auto enthusiasts in the world a venue to enjoy their passion with friends and family.
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| 17 Apr 2023 | Take a Classic Mustang Cruise with Andy Kruse | 00:41:44 | |
With quick fixes, hashtag shorts, and a YouTube channel with over two hundred videos and two point eight million views, Andy Kruse has taken classic Mustang ownership to the next level, sharing his life's lessons learned as it relates to his 1966 fastback. He’s built his channel almost exclusively on things that he likes to do, which brings us to today. Here to talk all things hobby enthusiast turned teacher, welcome Andy to Ford Mustang, The Early Years Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application ============ If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?: Current Mustang for about 18 months (this is my third 1966 Mustang).. Are you a supplier of products to Mustang and Classic Car enthusiasts?: Yes - YouTuber If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: The list is rather long, I have a whole YouTube channel that covers all the work I've done to this Mustang and the others before it. What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: I'd like to eventually put in a 9" rear, and maybe upgrade the T5 to something stronger. With the recent addition of the 347, I have a feeling I'll find the next weak link real soon. :) Social media names/handles YouTube = Andy Kruse https://www.youtube.com/@AndyKruseChannel/about Instagram = Andy Kruse https://www.instagram.com/krusebuilt/ Cover Art Credit: Andy Kruse The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 01 Jul 2019 | Chris Ingrassia "The Doc" from Mustang Restorations, Inc. Interview | 00:43:37 | |
Here's what questions Chris Ingrassia, President of Mustang Restorations, Inc. answers on today's episode:
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| 20 Jan 2020 | From Sketch to Street, Jimmy Dinsmore Shares Gale Halderman's Dream | 00:34:41 | |
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) 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. | |||
| 18 Jan 2021 | Muscle Car Life on Route 66, Clay Fees Interview | 00:23:54 | |
Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application ============ 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 doug@turnkeypodcast.com. 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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| 24 Jan 2022 | Mustangs on a Mission Founder, Dan Neve Interview | 00:20:56 | |
He is the founder of Cruise for a Cause and has been an avid enthusiast of the Mustang Community for more decades than he would care to mention. He routinely is rubbing elbows and shoulders and maybe even a few more body parts with notable celebs from Ford, Barrett Jackson, Shelby, Roush and many many others. Here to talk community, and connecting is Dan Neve, welcome back Dan to the podcast.
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Cover art photo credit: Thomas and TJ Mitchell Specs: 67 Ford Mustang, 302 engine, 4 barrel Edelbrock carburetor, Headman headers, ps, pb, TMI interior, duel exhaust and custom paint
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| 18 Oct 2021 | Wendy Kozma’s Classic 1966 Pony Puts the Purr in Mustang Perfection | 00:32:57 | |
It’s one thing to hit the local papers with an article written about your classic car. But totally another to have a spread in the Wall Street Journal about the life and times of your 1966 Mustang including the acquisition story and all the details. Here to share her story of her first car, which she still has, welcome Wendy Kozma to Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast.
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?: 42 years What do you do for a living?: Realtor If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: My car and its story appeared in the WSJ, 8/2021. In the 1980s, it went through a "clean-up" restoration, changing its color to the 1966 Springtime Yellow. However, for my 50th birthday, in 2012, my husband had it completely restored and painted to its original color. Wall Street Journal Article: The Mustang She Got at 16 Stills ‘Purrs Like a Kitten’ What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: I hope that we are done, and will just continue to pamper the car from this point forward.
Connect with Wendy: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wendy.d.kozma
Cover Art Photo Credit: Tim Wise https://www.instagram.com/69mustang_e/
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| 09 Nov 2020 | Creator and Producer of Speed Metal Media, Steve Turner Interview | 00:29:50 | |
Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application ============ If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?: I currently own a 1988 Mustang LX, that I have owned since 2008, and a 2008 Shelby GT500, which I purchased new. What do you do for a living?: I am a freelance content producer. My company is Speed Metal Media. Currently I edit Fastest Street Car, the official magazine of NMCA and NMRA drag racing. I also write and photograph for a variety of automotive outlets. If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? My ’88 is called the Fox 500, as it is powered by a Shelby GT500 5.4-liter engine. My Shelby GT500 is called Project Vapor Trail since its days a project car for 5.0 Mustang & Super Fords magazine. If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: Both of these cars are too modified to list here, but basically the Fox is completely revamped. The GT500 features a laundry list of bolt-on upgrades from a supercharger to suspension. If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles @editorturner on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Speed Metal Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSUHd9PXJnziScpNhvB9ghA Authory Content created by Steve Turner https://authory.com/steveturner 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. | |||
| 20 Feb 2023 | From Belgium With Love, A Classic Mustang Enthusiast's Journey | 00:37:19 | |
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: https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/5f9u44iESPKXkxOEIhmd?inbound2791284427545131606.jpg?image/jpeg 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 Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast (social media) The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 22 Feb 2021 | The Rarest Classic Mustang in Existence, the Original Mustang E - Tim Wise Interview | 00:29:05 | |
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Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application ============ 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 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/gQWmZNtOTJGEg3JghNsb?FB_IMG_1543591660278.jpg?image/jpeg 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: https://www.foxnews.com/auto/before-mustang-mach-e-1969-mustang-e 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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| 13 Apr 2020 | Chapters 1 and 2 Original 1st Generation Mustang Owners Series | 00:46:08 | |
More from Jeff Hayes, featured on today's show: More on Jeffrey Hayes I named the car "RidgeRunner" back in the 60's up until today as we own property in the Sierras since 1902 and the car always ran on Radial Tires after 1970 and I loved/we love to take it on those mountain winding roads along the Sierra Crest from our cabin at Sierra City to home to Carson Pass to the motherlode towns along CA Highway 49 from 4-8500 feet. Thanks for the interview--I get sidetracked as the car is so connected to my Dad, My Job w/JPM, my Kids, and My High school sweetheart, now wife of near 22 years. She recognized my car at a gas station at South Lake Tahoe in 1997, saying "I used to date a guy in High School had a car just like that... is that a 65?" then she lowered her sunglasses and wow--there she was; my first love... I was in love with her all over again though I admit she made me court her (she had an "on the rocks'' boyfriend at the time and I'd just went thru my 4th divorce). That is another reason the car means so much to not just me--but to her. Back when I started to go to High School in my new Mustang in May 1965--our High School, Woodside High School, San Mateo County Calif, covered the widest area in the United States--it also covered the richest area in the US. Our parking lot was the largest high school student parking lot in the country at over 800 cars and was near full by 7:35 AM. Most of us outliers had to drive to school, and take others with us-- You asked if my new 1965 Mustang GT Convertible "caused a stir when I got it" well it was 'dwarfed' by the 426 Hemis, the Porches, Corvettes, GTO's Mustangs.... we even had some Cobras, Ferraris,' Maseratis--half all the cars were new and Convertibles as we had a perfect "Mediterranean" climate in the Woodside, Atherton, Menlo Park, Sharon Heights, Los Altos and Portola Valley area where I grew up and our school drew 2200 students from--a 3.75 got you into Stanford; a 3.5 Cal Berkeley--no questions asked. I was excited about the car--my friends and tennis team and gas station workers were too, but born on Feb 6, 1950 by May 1965 most my friends all had hot cars too. As Sophomores we all had Drivers Ed and most had Permits by our 15th Birthdays--I had a Work-Study job at Sharon Heights Shell (101 octane was 36 cents a gallon) and with Work Study and Deans List I had a provisional license for work, and after school Varsity Tennis in Spring; I could only drive alone until Feb 6 1966 at 16, I had a motorcycle too, and after my Dad passed away on Feb 13th 1966, I also had his 1964 Pontiac Tempest GTO Convertible to drive; and I did drive the GTO much more until I had to sell it (or the Mustang) in fall 1974 as I finished Grad School at Stanford that Spring, took that Summer off then went to work for JPMorgan on my Grandfathers ticket (he was friends with and worked with Rockefeller until he retired when I was born). Now that rounds it all out--and covers you questions. Thanks, "JC" Jeff Hayes. Thanks again, Jeff
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| 30 May 2024 | The Perfect Trifecta, Coupe, Convertible and Fastback | 01:01:23 | |
Episode Guest: Charles Coats, serial First Generation Mustang owner The trifecta of classic Mustangs—the coupe, convertible, and fastback—captures the essence of 1960s American automotive culture. The coupe, with its sleek and timeless design, offered a balance of style and practicality. The convertible embodied freedom and the open road, perfect for those who wanted to feel the wind in their hair while cruising. The fastback, known for its sporty and aerodynamic silhouette, appealed to performance enthusiasts with its powerful presence and racing pedigree. Each model played a crucial role in establishing the Mustang as an iconic and beloved American muscle car. The first generation Mustangs, produced from 1964.5 to 1967, marked the birth of one of America's most iconic cars. The Mustang was introduced by Ford on April 17, 1964, at the New York World's Fair. Initially dubbed the "1964.5" model, it was technically a 1965 model year vehicle. The Mustang's launch was a groundbreaking moment in automotive history, creating the "pony car" class of American muscle cars—affordable, compact, and sporty cars with long hoods and short rear decks. The 1965 Mustang came in three body styles: coupe, convertible, and fastback, each offering a variety of engine options, from the economical inline-six to the powerful V8s. The car's design, affordability, and performance made it an instant hit, selling over 400,000 units in its first year and surpassing a million within two years. In 1966, the Mustang continued to evolve with minor aesthetic updates, including a new grille, side ornamentation, wheel covers, and gas cap. The car also became more customizable, with new interior and exterior options. By 1967, the Mustang received its first significant redesign to accommodate larger V8 engines and provide a more aggressive stance. The 1967 models featured a more robust front and rear end, revised interior, and improved suspension, making it a favorite among performance enthusiasts. Throughout its early years, the Mustang's combination of style, performance, and affordability cemented its status as a symbol of American automotive ingenuity and a cultural icon. Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast (social media) The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang | |||
| 07 Feb 2025 | Almost Road Ready, Doug Coates Interview | 00:39:47 | |
Doug Coates For 27 years the wind has been at his back and with his 68 Classic Mustang Coupe named Forever, today's guest Doug Coates knows what Mustang ownership is all about...patience. Excited to talk this dedicated Mustang loyalist. Doug, welcome to Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast. 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?: 27 years If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?: Well, here it is "Forever". Odd name but it seems that's how long I've owned it, how long it's taken to get on the road, and how long I'll continue to own it. If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: My mustang is a lethargic six banger that I originally planned to put a 302 into but at the time my father-in-law talked me into keeping the six. Well the six has had a bit of work done to it and has yet to run. My friends at Brazier Racing Engines did a 2V conversion and it now has a Autolite 2100 feeding it fuel, • headers • Clay Smith H264-8 cam • Pertronix ignition • Complete AAW wiring kit • Power Master 100 amp alternator • front disc brakes (scarebird) • electric fan • stock V8 rad • Shelby drop • three point seatbelts What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: • air conditioning and T-5 transmission @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ @fordpickuppodcast https://www.instagram.com/fordpickuppodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! "Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time!" Doug Sandler | |||
| 21 Feb 2022 | What's In Your Garage? Dave, Guido, Brad and Doug Talk | 00:38:11 | |
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Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast (social media) The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Cover art photo credit: Thomas and TJ Mitchell Specs: 67 Ford Mustang, 302 engine, 4 barrel Edelbrock carburetor, Headman headers, ps, pb, TMI interior, duel exhaust and custom paint Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 25 Nov 2019 | The Mustang Medic, William Wieting Interview | 00:29:26 | |
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. IF YOU ARE ON SOCIAL MEDIA, PLEASE SHARE YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA NAMES/HANDLES SO WE CAN TAG YOU WHEN PROMOTING YOUR EPISODE. MustangMedic is everywhere. We will promote your podcast to 33k viewers. I am the Mustang Cheerleader for Ford.
A Faster Horse: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3762974/ AutoBody Men on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/autobodymencom Mustang Medic http://mustangmedic.co/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mustangmedic/?hl=en Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/MustangMedic
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Information about today’s guest and any special links will be in the show notes. Have an idea for the show, want your classic Mustang on the cover of our weekly show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to me: doug@turnkeypodcast.com or check out the website, www.TheMustangPodcast.com Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time. | |||
| 25 May 2020 | The Doc is Back - Chris Ingrassia from Mustang Restorations Inc. | 00:44:40 | |
Christopher Ingrassia, Mustang Restorations Inc. http://www.mustangrestoration.net/
The Doc's other visits to the show: Episode 3: Episode 7 Episode 21
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. | |||
| 29 Apr 2024 | The Dream Job of a Lifetime | 00:36:07 | |
@mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ @fordpickuppodcast https://www.instagram.com/fordpickuppodcast/ Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 24 Feb 2020 | Mustang Marie, Enthusiast and Social Media Influencer, Interview | 00:42:43 | |
Questions I ask Mustang Marie:
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:
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 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. | |||
| 01 Mar 2021 | Being Lawless Never Felt This Good, Patrick Lawless Interview | 00:31:52 | |
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/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: 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. | |||
| 16 Sep 2019 | Rich, Founder of Mustang Connection, Interviewed | 00:43:27 | |
Rich Golisch (don’t share last name) Phone: (714) 875-7615 Email: rich@mustangconnection.com 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:
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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FjsY4q1k1Y
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 https://www.youtube.com/user/MustangConnection1 https://www.facebook.com/mustangconnection1/ https://twitter.com/MustangPros Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host: doug@turnkeypodcast.com Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.
Cover art photo credit: Greg Navins | |||
| 07 Aug 2023 | Two Times Is The Charm Joe Gaskill Interview | 00:34:53 | |
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 - Upload a favorite pic of your Mustang https://secure.acuityscheduling.com/admin/intake-form-values?key=xobIGSw9dEJe%2FkaaKY%2B7mgeyuaanUC8%2FBIM5LmL0LNz3HPahagvgrenjMO4fLf%2B%2BvBE%3D 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. Lost Muscle Cars https://www.facebook.com/lostmusclecars/ The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ @fordpickuppodcast https://www.instagram.com/fordpickuppodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Cover art Photo Credit: Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 01 Jun 2020 | National Director of the Mustang Club of America, Robin Paulsell Interview | 00:39:34 | |
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/daIPPk29QFKjaZa4NLVY?20141026_142258.jpg?image/jpeg 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
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. | |||
| 21 Feb 2024 | How Many Is Too Many Mustangs, John Dishong Interview | 00:47:58 | |
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?: 1965 (5+ yrs), 1966 (2.5+ yrs), 1967 (8+ yrs), 1968 (8+ yrs), 1969 (1.5 yrs) If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? Ruby, Harley, Raven, Cash-per, and Moxie If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: I do majority of all work from paint & body, interiors, to restomod add-ons to engine repairs... weekend warrior style but have a lift in my garage which really helps. What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: Seems they are never really done .. TKX 5-speed and 4R70W (auto) are in the plans on the '69 and '66. John's Product on Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/gttraders Vintage Air The Mustang Marketplace https://themustangpodcast.loma.tech/ The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ @fordpickuppodcast https://www.instagram.com/fordpickuppodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 03 Apr 2023 | Hertz Promo Mustang, A 1966 GT350H Collectable, Jerry Healey Interview | 00:28:24 | |
A 1966 GT350H is our pick of the litter today. With 49,000 miles it may be the only one of its kind to receive the National Ski Patrol badge as part of a Hertz promotion in Denver circa 1966. Here to share his story and the story of his journey since 1973 with the car. Welcome Jerry Healey to Ford Mustang, The Early Years podcast. Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application Do you own an early year Mustang?: yes How long have you owned your ride?: 1973 What do you do for a living?: Retired If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? Nooooo! If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: Rebuilt the engine, detailed the front suspension/ engine compartment. What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: Detailing the undercarriage Info on your Mustang: I've owned this 1966 GT350H since 1973, and it still has only 49,000+ actual miles. It's also one of a handful of Colorado GT350H cars that received a special National Ski Patrol badge (on the rear panel) as part of a Hertz promotion for the NSP's national convention in Denver, 1966. This may be the only one of those cars still remaining. Cover Art Credit: Jerry Healey The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 25 Jul 2022 | In Any Language, Bullitt is Performance | 00:26:40 | |
Introduction: In any language, Bullitt is synonymous with classic beauty. Strong lines, stronger stance and power unmatched by her contemporaries. Today guest Charl du toit brings his Bullitt to our podcast. Excited to talk about muscle cars, and the international pull of the Mustang brand. Today’s guest: Charl du toit 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?: I have owned my dream car for around 18 months What do you do for a living?: I own my own hairdressing business, and as a hobby , buy and sell early mustangs ( especially fastbacks) If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? Bullitt What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: Paint freshen up , other than that , I love the classic old school feel Social media names: @bullitt68fastback Cover art credit: https://www.instagram.com/bullitt68fastback/ Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast (social media) The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Have an idea for a guest for the show? Reach out to me directly: T-Shirt Giveaway Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 30 Mar 2020 | A Pony Trifecta: Fastback, Convertible, Coupe | 00:37:30 | |
Guest on today's episode include: Tony The Hitman Hernandez - Fellow podcaster, DJ and Classic Mustang Coupe owner Tony Zamora - is that a GT 500 beautiful blue fastback Ed Medina - 1965 black convertible with bold hood stripes All three are members of the South Florida Classic Mustang club. https://www.facebook.com/groups/499695437486065/
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| 24 Sep 2019 | Bill from CJ Pony Parts Interviewed | 00:25:30 | |
If you ever browsed around the CJ Pony Parts website, chances are good you have seen today’s guest Bill Tumas. Bill makes everything look ultra clean, easy and laser focused. His video content helps CJ sell tons of parts and honestly without Bill’s instruction I am not sure I’d be as loyal as I am to CJ Pony parts. Here to talk shop, pieces and parts, welcome Bill to Ford Mustang, The Early Years podcast. Questions Bill answers on today’s show:
WEBSITE: www.CJPonyParts.com Answers Bill shared on our show Q&A: What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs? If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name? If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done? Do you work on your classic cars yourself or do you have a mechanic or shop do the work? Explain please Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host: Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time. | |||
| 17 Aug 2020 | Vintage Iron Journalist, Automotive Storyteller, JP Emerson Interview | 00:23:00 | |
From JP Emerson's website "About Me" page: My affliction with vintage iron is matched only by my knowledge of classic Rock ’N Roll. Although a heavy lean to all Classics, I have a sharp appreciation for all makes and models, especially those that gulp gas and drop oil to mark their territory. Having regularly provided content for many globally recognized publications, manufacturers, websites, blogs and a top secret list of celebrity and auto insiders, I understand the bond between cars and owners. "A passionate and knowledgeable automotive enthusiast, JP Emerson brings an authenticity to his work that resonates with car-crazy readers." Steve Turner What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?: I am an author and journalist who covers classic cars, the people who own them and the great stories we all share with a common automotive theme. My work has appeared in virtually every major automotive publication as well as television and corporate sites. What can we promote on the show to our community of Mustang owners? : I have a series called "Power Profiles" where I spend time with many automotive celebrities sharing stories, experiences, laughs and behind the scenes information. Twitter: @The_jpemerson Website : www.jpemerson.com
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| 10 Feb 2020 | YouTuber Andrew Meyer, The Grease Rookie Interview | 00:38:50 | |
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.
Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host: doug@turnkeypodcast.com Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time. | |||
| 01 Nov 2021 | Safety for Your Classic Mustang, H3R Performance, Chris Dieter Interview | 00:17:38 | |
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:
GIVEAWAY LINK: H3R Performance Fire Extinguisher Giveaway -- HG250B, HalGuard 2.5 lbs black extinguisher. Must be within the continental US, No P.O. Boxes allowed. www.TheMustangPodcast.com/h3r or click here H3R Performance Contest Contest ends November 15th 2021 Website: https://www.h3rperformance.com/ MUSTANGPOD15 for 15% off Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/h3rperformance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/h3rperformance/ YouTube: H3R Performance Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast (social media) The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair 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 | |||
| 04 Sep 2023 | Fastback to the Future, Denise Shaffer Interview | 00:26:12 | |
Sitting still for 18 years would give anyone pause for action, but if what has been sitting for nearly 2 decades was a 1965 fastback, pulling her out of the garage is all the more exciting. Here to share the story of her 65 289 Fastback, welcome Denise Shaffer to Ford Mustang The Early Years podcast. Guest application, 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?: Since 2004- It's been in the family since1990 If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? Patience If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: Minimal since we have had it. Just trying to get her back on the road at this point. What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: Nothing major. New rims. Update sound. Make it enjoyable to go for a pajama ride! (Ice cream runs with kids in their jammies!) The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ @fordpickuppodcast https://www.instagram.com/fordpickuppodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Cover art Photo Credit: Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 12 Jul 2021 | It's In the Family, Love for The Classic Mustang Brand, Drew Takach Interview | 00:27:53 | |
Classic Mustangs have been a family affair for 3 generations of Drew Takach’s family. I count at least 6 but I am sure they’ve had their hands on plenty of ponies. They’ve hit the cover of Mustang Monthly and now Drew is here to share their story with us. Welcome Drew to Ford Mustang The Years Podcast. 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?: 25 years 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?: I own cabinet and countertop business. If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?: No If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: We have six or seven mustangs early model. We have done different things to each one. What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: Enjoyed as a family
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| 13 Jun 2024 | Building a Legacy Brand | 00:28:38 | |
How do you build a Legacy Brand? Start with a decades old brand, keep the momentum going from generation to generation and add a dash of pizazz, personality and in today's age a boatload of camera time and social media push. The results are The Mustang Brothers, Cody and Preston Ingrassia, son of legendary Mustang fix-it-all guru Chris "The Doc" Ingrassia. -- sharing what it takes today to build a legacy, one twin at a time. Welcome brothers to Ford Mustang The Early Years podcast. The Mustang Brothers https://www.mustangrestorations.com/the-mustang-brothers Mustang Restorations, INc. https://www.mustangrestorations.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mustang_restorations/ Hagerty article https://www.hagerty.com/media/great-reads/mustang-brothers-restoration-chicago/ @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ @fordpickuppodcast https://www.instagram.com/fordpickuppodcast/ Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 07 Jul 2020 | Mustangs on a Mission - The Experience | 00:22:03 | |
Mustangs on a Mission https://www.mustangsonamission.org/ 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.
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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.
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| 15 Apr 2024 | Fanning the Mustang Flame, Olivier Zibret Interview | 00:36:24 | |
With his 67 fastback never too far from sight, Olivier Zibret, freelance flame artist is all about drawing inspiration from the GT350 Cobra Logo. Let's talk all things classic Mustang and some things hot hot hot, welcome to Ford Mustang The Early Years podcast. Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application How long have you owned your Mustang?: Almost 6 years If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?: Lily If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: Before the engine blew up, only an electronic ignition but currently rebuilding the engine with a paxton supercharger and in the process of having a custom gas cap emblem. What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: My plans for my mustang is to continue to customize it around the cobra logo Peter Brock did design and taking inspiration from the 65/66 racing Shelby GT350 but keeping in mind the 67 design. So more cobra logos, maybe a custom side fender cobra logo, to make GT350 competition seat replicas, Shelby drop, replace my tach with a vintage cobra one, custom cobra shift knob. In the future, my plan would be to improve my suspension system and get back my 3.00 rear gear ratio. Olivier IG account https://www.instagram.com/67.mustang.fastback.cobra/ Vanilla Sky (movie) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0259711/ @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ @fordpickuppodcast https://www.instagram.com/fordpickuppodcast/ Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 31 Aug 2020 | Mustang Hall of Fame Inductee and Iacocca Award Winner, Journalist Donald Farr Interview | 00:28:11 | |
Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application ============ Projects/Books published: The Art of the Mustang, Mustang Speed Read and Complete Book of Ford & Mercury Muscle Cars, Boss Mustang: 50 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/qwIzyrcgQ7qUCuDNeL0s?IMG_1459.JPG?image/jpeg What do you do for a living and is it related to classic cars or Mustangs?: Currently editor of Mustang Times, the official magazine of the Mustang Club of America. Is there anything specific you would like to share on the show? Mustang Club of America, and my history as a Mustang journalist and book author since the late 1970s. My first car was a new 1970 Mustang fastback, which I later traded for a 1970 Boss 302. I haven't been without a Mustang in my garage since September 1970. If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?: We just call it "The 66." How long have you owned your classic ride?: Since 1982. My grandfather bought the 1966 GT hardtop new in February 1966. If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: It was just an old, used Mustang when I acquired it. New paint, interior, engine, etc. in the 1980s, then it became a restomod when I was editor of Mustang & Fords magazine in the late 1990s. Restored to original - just as I remember it when my grandfather owned it - in 2012. Do you work on your classic cars yourself or do you have a mechanic or shop do the work? Worked on my Mustangs all the time when I was younger.
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| 31 Oct 2022 | Brad and Josh’s Excellent Adventure | 00:35:13 | |
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 ============ 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 Social Media @ElGatoEngineering https://www.instagram.com/elgatoengineering/ @jagpegasus @bglassman Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast (social media) The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 29 Jul 2019 | What’s Up Doc? Chris Ingrassia from Mustang Restorations answers your questions | 00:42:49 | |
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 today by “The Doc” and Doug include:
Christopher Ingrassia Mustang Restorations Inc. - Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host: Visit us at www.TheMustangPodcast.com for more details and show notes Until next time, Keep it safe, keep it shiny and on the road. Get rolling. | |||
| 25 Mar 2025 | A Coupe Turned Fastback, Brent Eddy Interview | 00:36:00 | |
Today we bring you the unicorn in the First Gen Mustang world, a coupe turned fastback. Here to share the story of his 1967 classic ride -- he's got a few Mustang stories to share I am sure. Welcome Brent Eddy to Ford Mustang the Early Years podcast. Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application ============ How long have you owned your First Generation Mustang?: 3.5 years If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?: ELENOT If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: Started out as a 289 4 sp coup. Now it's in paint stage I've converted it to a fastback with custom upholstered interior, 427 Windsor based stroker, 5 sp. TKX. Some elements of a Shelby GT 500 but NOT AN ELENOR thus ELENOT What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: I'd like to complete the project by late fall 2025 @67Mustang_376 - https://www.instagram.com/67mustang_376/ @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! "Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time!" Doug Sandler | |||
| 07 Feb 2024 | The Triple Threat in the Classics Business | 00:34:09 | |
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. Vintage Air The Mustang Marketplace https://themustangpodcast.loma.tech/ The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ @fordpickuppodcast https://www.instagram.com/fordpickuppodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 12 Jun 2023 | Andy Kautzman, Building and Racing Classic Mustangs Since 1965 | 00:24:58 | |
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 Upload a favorite pic of your Mustang: https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/PRMdBF59RAmb65rQFtju?IMG_3400.JPG?image/jpeg 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 Please share your social media names/handles Mustang Andy/ instagram https://www.instagram.com/mustangandys/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/andysclassic.mustangs Cover Art Photo Credit: Mustang Andy The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 26 Aug 2019 | Steve Linden, Classic Car Expert | 00:32:04 | |
With over 28 years of hands on experience, Steve Linden has built a solid reputation as the “go to” source for classic and vintage vehicle services. In the conversations I’ve already had with Steve, his attention to detail and focus on the customer experience has helped him build his business to where it is today and it’s easy to see why he’s a huge success. Steve performs vintage and classic car appraisals, pre-purchase inspections, export services if you want your classic ride to be shipped outside the US and this intrigues me as well, Steve provides expert witness services too, we will talk a bit about all of these today. Here’s what Steve and I talk about on today’s show:
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| 17 Sep 2024 | Mustang's First 60 Years, Donald Farr Interview | 00:38:02 | |
Let's start with this 256 pages of goodness, packed full of everything you want to know about 7 Mustang generations starting with Gale Halderman's first sketch in 1962 to the 2025 version of Mustang's rocketship for the road, Donald Farr has been the kid in the candy shop along way. Donald has shared Mustang stories, so many stories for decades, and while I had a chance to review an advanced copy of Ford Mustang, 60 Years, who better to share the book then the writer himself. Welcome back Donald to Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast. Here's where you get the book: FORD MUSTANG 60 YEARShttps://geni.us/FordMustang60Years ============ If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?: Since 1982. Purchased new by my grandfather in Feb. 1966 and I was able to locate and buy it in my SC hometown. If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?: The "66" If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: Restored in 2013. @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ @fordpickuppodcast https://www.instagram.com/fordpickuppodcast/ Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 03 Feb 2020 | The Master Connector, Mike Rey, Shares His Mustang A-List | 00:38:52 | |
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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 Doug@turnkeypodcast.com, 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. Transcribed by https://otter.ai
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| 28 Nov 2022 | Modern Renaissance Woman, Heather Storm Interview | 00:26:42 | |
Vintage cars, road trips, cocktails, food, and more…sounds like the right formula for the modern renaissance woman. Television host, travel writer car chic, and sommelier. Let's talk all that and Classic Mustangs too with Heather Storm. Heather, welcome to Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast.
My new series Heather Storm Off-Road: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdcBVAyfB6npdpmTcswW04nqrF2YwA628
Drive yourself Local: Exploring small town America on my 65 Mustang https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdcBVAyfB6npl34JNa-Peur8UUe6tc3Do
Heather’s blog: On the Road
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| 29 Jun 2023 | Classic Car Repairs Done Right, Almost | 00:44:55 | |
If you’ve ever made a repair, you can relate to today’s episode. Doug and Jonathan Campagna discuss the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to repairing classic cars. Whether you own a Classic Mustang or Classic F-Series like these guys, tune in and feel the pain. And while you are at it, have a laugh or two as well. The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ @fordpickuppodcast https://www.instagram.com/fordpickuppodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Harmon Classic Brakes: https://harmonclassicbrakes.com/contact/ Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 28 Oct 2019 | K-Code Mustang Owner David Stewart Shares His Relatable Journey | 00:27:44 | |
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. Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host: doug@turnkeypodcast.com Keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.
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| 26 Dec 2022 | Autorestomod Producer and Host, Jeff Ford Interview | 00:46:27 | |
Sometimes quirky, often funny but most assuredly wise, Jeff Ford has been producing and hosting his Youtube Channel for years and hundreds of videos. His off-beat, raw footage leaves no doubt that what you see is what you get, and that’s a good thing. Formerly the editor of Mustang Monthly for a handful of years until 2002 – he knows his stuff. Jeff, let’s get into some trouble today. Welcome to Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast. Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?: Bought it in 1994 Upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.: https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/2Z0oVOdDQsG3fBAJYm3q?20200919_164955.jpg?image/jpeg What do you do for a living?: Video producer and host for Autorestomod and Manic Mechanic on YouTube. Editor for Mustang Monthly from 1997-2002 If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? Lazarus If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: We restored it between 1997 and 2000. What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: First time was a full concours resto, this time it will be for street use. Social media IG @autorestomod Cover Art Credit: Trey Wilson https://www.instagram.com/68_thunder/ Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast (social media) The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 13 Jan 2020 | Lee Iacocca Award Winner, Ford Mustang Expert and Author, Paul Newitt, Interview | 00:36:02 | |
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 pmndesigns@earthlink.net 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: doug@turnkeypodcast.com Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time. | |||
| 16 Mar 2020 | Five Owners, Five Stories: 1st Generation Panel Discussion | 00:49:15 | |
Gustavo Morais Gustavo is from Brazil. And has a classic Mustang born on June 4th 1965 just 46 days older than him.
Dan Jauch With a 64 1/2 with lots of modifications made to his Classic Mustang. According to research I’ve done, it looks like his biggest challenge recently has been installing carpet in his classic pony Instagram #xsboost90 #fauxmoco #theantiqueautoshop
Chris Stevens His obsession with the Mustang started from his grandfather owning a Ford dealership and his dad’s memories of seeing them when they first landed at the dealership.
Guido Lucido In beautiful Guardsman blue, his Classic Fastback looks crazy fast just standing still. A fellow Mustang owner in the LA area, Anthony recently gave me the name of my now mechanic. Looking forward to seeing his classic pony side by side with mine.
Paul Stegall Paul is the owner of 1966 Mustang Coupe out of Cleveland Ohio. His knowledge of Mustangs has grown a lot since he was just a boy. Paul is pretty active on Facebook, especially the Mustang groups and asks questions ranging from wiper blades to V8 swaps. I believe at 18 he is our youngest panelist today.
Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host: doug@turnkeypodcast.com 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. | |||
| 28 Sep 2020 | Mustangs, Drag Racing, Road Racing and Car Shows, Rob Kinnan Interview | 00:26:33 | |
From Guest Application: What do you do for a living?: Marketing Director for a performance aftermarket company, but 30 years in automotive publishing prior to that.
Rob’s books: Cobra Jet: The History of Ford’s Greatest High-Performance Muscle Cars Linda Vaughn: The First Lady of Motorsports
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. | |||
| 20 Jul 2020 | Millennial Mustang Registry Founder, Bradley Belcher Interview | 00:34:12 | |
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) www.MillennialMustangRegistry.com
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 Mustangs on a Mission registration is NOW -- Aug 22 and Aug 23 Register here: https://www.mustangsonamission.org/ 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. | |||
| 12 Dec 2022 | Bring a Trailer, Howard Swig Interview | 00:34:20 | |
Car enthusiast, podcast host, and Head of Auctions of Bring A Trailer auctions, Howard Swig is no stranger to car valuation, the car community and you guessed it classic Mustangs. Let’s hear about his journey and what’s in his garage and all about his love of cars. Welcome to Ford Mustang, The Early Years. Are you a business guy turned car enthusiast or car enthusiast turned business guy? How many cars do you have on the site at any given time? Did you have any idea this would blow up the way it did? What is the unique value proposition that BaT adds that you just can’t get as either a buyer or a seller? (So many pics as a buyer and browser, I LOVE it). Looks like you auctioned off a Shelby GT350 for $875,000. That’s the outlier, most are in the mid-20’s. The market is hot right now, any reason why? How was it talking to Jay Leno – I think you had one of his cars on BaT? 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?: 10 years What do you do for a living?: Bring a Trailer Auctions BaT auctions https://bringatrailer.com/auctions/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bringatrailer/ Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast (social media) The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 07 Sep 2020 | The Quest for a Car Lover's Lifelong Dream, Hunter LeMoine interview | 00:28:10 | |
Hunter LeMoine, Motortrend Producer, has been an avid fan of classic cars since an early age. I met up with Hunter prior to his purchase of a Mustang. Since then, his love of the brand turned into ownership and now he is the proud owner of a 1965 Coupe. Excited to chat with my new friend and fellow 1965 Classic Mustang owner. Car Facts Interview with: Hunter LeMoine Mustang specifics: 1965 Mustang Coupe Red Car name: Pepper Purchase date: June 4th 2020 Home: El Segundo, CA
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. | |||
| 05 Mar 2024 | Gordon Moore: Enough Classic Mustang and F100 Stories to Last A Lifetime | 00:29:36 | |
Attention Ford enthusiasts and podcast lovers! Join us on a nostalgic ride with the latest episode of our podcast, where we unite the worlds of Ford Mustang and Ford pickup trucks. Episode Highlight: Gordon Moore, a lifelong Ford Mustang owner and F-100 series aficionado, shares his incredible journey through decades in the automotive industry. From being a semi shop foreman to teaching the future gear heads, Gordon's story is one for the books! Timestamp Peeks: - 00:00: A moment of anticipation before we dive into the nuts and bolts with Gordon Moore. - 02:15: Gordon reflects on how his passion for cars shaped his career and the diverse community it builds. - 07:42: The inside scoop on Gordon’s role as a semi shop foreman and his adventures beyond. - 12:43: Revelations on the road – Gordon recounts a multi-thousand-mile journey to rescue a beloved 1968 F-100. - 17:07: Cozy convertibles and future projects – Gordon's plans for his 2015 Mustang and '64 Mercury Comet. - 22:58: A tribute to family and the passing of the torch – Gordon's commitment to the Ford legacy and encouraging young gear heads. "Encourage young people. Take kids to car shows, take kids to the drag strip. That's the future of this hobby." - Gordon Moore If you're a car enthusiast or simply love a good story about passion and legacy, tune in now! Don't forget to like and share the ride. #FordMustangPodcast #FordTrucksPodcast #AutomotivePassion #CarLovers #ClassicCars @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ @fordpickuppodcast https://www.instagram.com/fordpickuppodcast/ Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 02 Mar 2020 | Brand Ambassador and Founder of Mustang Owners Club, Klaus Stadler Interview | 00:28:02 | |
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.:
Watch giveaway -- send an email directly to me to win the Mustang watch. One entry will be selected in the next 30 days. doug@turnkeypodcast.com 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. | |||
| 02 May 2022 | Hot Rod Mustang, Chris Jansen Interview | 00:26:27 | |
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 ============ 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 https://www.instagram.com/gysot96cobra/
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Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 28 Feb 2025 | A Mustang for the Wedding, Jonathan Burke Interview | 00:26:33 | |
Guest email: Hello Doug, my name is Jonathan. We are from central Washington State. My daughter Sydney and I just finished restoring her 1967 mustang coupe in the spring of 2024 just before her wedding. It was a full rotisserie ground up build. We had to replace quarter panels, floor pans, doors and several other things. It's a c-code 289 2-v but we updated with fuel injection, Borgeson power steering, air conditioning, all new wiring and many other updates. We made our own paint booth to paint it inside our shop. This mustang was originally my dad's, and I drove it in high school and college. My dad also has 1966 and 1968 mustangs too. My daughter Sydney has an Instagram page called letmegoaskmydad that has a lot of photos of the car being built. We always listened to your podcast while working on the car . Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application ============ If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?: 4 years Please upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.: https://secure.acuityscheduling.com/admin/intake-form-values?key=gYcHEVQCqaRnZYJzPx6NF2VAiTbB%2FXT1npzMaeP1sPrNiTMh3AGg4g1PBsGXqRc2y3Q%3D If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?: Tar Baby after Ronald Reagans horse If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: air conditioning, power steering, updated wiring, power wilwood front disc brakes, larger fuel tank, electric fuel pump and fuel injection, extra sound deadening, larger coldcase aluminum with dual electric fans, cd player Bluetooth and hidden speakers Sydney's IG: https://www.instagram.com/letmegoaskmydad/ @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! "Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time!" Doug Sandler | |||
| 03 Oct 2022 | Bright Lights, Big City, Bangin Headlights | 00:23:59 | |
Recorded poolside at my home in Ojai, California, meet George – owner, inventor, founder of Bangin Headlights.. I’ve driven a few dark roads that no matter how much my high beams put out, it just can't compare to today’s high tech lights…until now. Not only is George a Classic Mustang enthusiast and owner, he’s an entrepreneur with a dream – to brighten up everyone’s road ahead. Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application How long have you owned your ride?: 10 years What do you do for a living?: Maker of the best damn headlights for classic cars! If you own a Mustang or classic car, have you named your car? If so, what is his/her name?: No, could never think of a suitable name, I just say "My Baby" :) If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: Initially restored to stock to have it registered for the first time in Australia. Many continuous upgrades and parts restored over the years. Suspension, brakes, power steering, electrical, ignition, interior.... What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: Big plans - front suspension & brakes! Please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.: Instagram: @banginheadlights https://www.instagram.com/banginheadlights/ Link to get YOUR Bangin’ Headlights - www.TheMustangPodcast.com/headlights Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast (social media) The Facebook Group TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328 @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Cover Art: Doug Sandler’s Jewel with Bangin Headlights, Photo credit: Bangin Headlights Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
| 18 May 2020 | Matching Numbers, Your Birthday and Your Classic Mustang | 00:23:41 | |
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/f4s3UUhPR2Afxa6nzz6A?IMG_20200421_160956.jpg?image/jpeg 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: 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. | |||
| 30 May 2022 | First Gen, Next Gen, Kevin Eubanks Interview | 00:29:54 | |
Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application ============ 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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| 06 Sep 2021 | The Marvelous Wanderings of Adventurestang | 00:23:32 | |
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 ============ 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/ Facebook Group: TheMustangPodcast.com/facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328
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| 17 Sep 2020 | Bullitt Revealed, Conversation with Sean Kiernan, Tony Alonso, Brad Bowling, Kevin Marti and Ken Horstmann | 00:54:16 | |
Tony Alonso, author and Mustang expert connected Doug Sandler with this esteemed panel of Bullitt Experts that included:
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 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. | |||
| 16 May 2023 | Classic Rewind, Survivor Mustang Stories | 00:30:12 | |
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. 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. 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. @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair Sponsored by: National Parts Depot With 4 warehouses nationwide, you’ll get your parts fast! Keep it safe, keep it rollin’ and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler | |||
