Car Chat

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

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

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

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

Darren Turner (@darrenturner007) is a works Aston Martin racing driver. He currently races for Aston Martin in the GTE Pro category in the World Endurance Championships having previously won Le Mans 3 times! We have a chat about what it's like to race at this level along with Darren's work developing the Valkyrie, Vulcan and also his business providing high end simulators for driver development. Check out the video podcast: https://youtu.be/stifmMtA2_whttps://www.instagram.com/darrenturner007https://www.darrenturner007.com/https://www.baseperformance.net/Hope you enjoy, Sam Support The Podcast:https://www.sammoores.com/shop/buy-sam-a-pinthttps://www.patreon.com/sammooresShow Notes00:00 = Intro + Getting Into Racing03:26 = Jordan Grand Prix Team09:12 = Jim Russel Racing School11:04 = Formula First Championship12:57 = Sponsorship19:45 = Vauxhall Lotus20:45 = BRDC Young Driver Award24:08 = The jump up to an F1 car with McLaren and testing27:51 = The transition from real world resting to simulator testing28:49 = Base Performance Simulators32:05 = Where are your simulators placed vs F1 and consoles35:07 = How close are Sims to a real car? 38:42 = What software are you using?45:58 = Adjusting car models51:08 = eSports + Legends Trophy54:40 = Crossover between real world driving and eSports driving1:01:01 = Le Mans eSports Racing1:02:32 = Real Le Mans1:04:35 = The Aston Martin journey + the differences between GT1, LMP and GTE1:11:12 = Scything through traffic1:20:33 = Winning Le Mans vs Winning The Championship1:23:18 = Why is Le Mans such a different beast?1:26:18 = Do you get into a zen like state?1:32:50 = Development driving on the road cars1:37:47 = Valkyrie vs Vulcan - who are they pitched at1:40:12 = Are you sad we aren't seeing a Valkyrie GTR at Le Mans?1:43:14 = BOP1:44:27 = 5 Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

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

Sam Hancock (@hancock_sam) is a Professional Racing driver, coach, consultant and commentator. Sam has just got back from commentating at Le Mans for Eurosport so we have a bit of a dig into what's been going on and a bit about Sam. This is a long one so might be worth getting a brew on. https://www.samhancock.com/Check out the video: https://youtu.be/x33k1pxXjfYSupport The Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/sammooresIf you'd like to sponsor the podcast please get in touch: info@sammoores.comFollow Me On Social Media:InstagramTwitterYoutubeShow Notes: 0:00 = Intro and what do you do? 2:30 = Commentating at Le Mans 24hrs9:13 = Toyotas leaving under electric power 12:23 = GT Car Sounds15:00 = The new hyperpole format18:15 = The end of the LMP1 era19:40 = The problem with the 919 Tribute26:59 = Track limits at Le Mans 202028:38 = Stand out moments of LM 24 '2039:40 = Hypercars at Le Mans50:14 = BOP58:39 = Ferrari F81:04:54 = 250 SWB and old cars vs new1:10:16 = Dallara Stradale1:12:52 = What is your typical customer like? 1:16:02 = Setting up a racecar1:22:29 = Testing at Silverstone + Ollie Hancock1:27:05 = Different coaching styles1:40:46 = Rob Willson - gentle, firm1:48:25 = How seriously are you taking your racing atm (me)1:52:20 = Don't be afraid of faster racing cars 1:58:27 = Road to Le Mans coaching programs2:04:57 = The difference an amateur can make at Le Mans2:06:36 = Fake silvers and the rating system2:11:08 = 5 Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

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