Mike’s Award Winning GTO, Automotive Trivia, V8 Speed and Resto Shop Wins, and Much More on the V8 Radio Podcast!

Join hosts Kevin Oeste and Mike “Q-Ball” Clarke for an award-winning episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, recorded live from Kevin’s personal garage! This episode is packed with automotive enthusiasm, car show triumphs, shop updates, and intriguing trivia that will keep gearheads glued to their speakers. Mike shares the thrill of winning a trophy for his 1967 GTO at the Chicagoland Motor Expo, while the duo dives into the nuances of car show judging, the evolution of tire technology, and the V8 Speed & Resto Shop’s latest projects. From a heartwarming Buick Regal surprise to a rare 1969 Charger restoration, this episode celebrates the passion and stories behind classic cars. Plus, stick around for the reveal of their automotive trivia answers that spark lively debates!

Our Fearless Hosts Cover:

  • Mike’s 1967 GTO wins a trophy at the Chicagoland Motor Expo, with insights into car show judging and the “boomer board” phenomenon.
  • Discussion on the differences between bias-ply and radial tires, highlighting their impact on driving experience.
  • V8 Speed & Resto Shop updates: 14 cars completed this quarter, a 43% repeat customer rate, and standout projects like a 1977 Buick Regal SR surprise and a 1969 Dodge Charger restoration.
  • Heartwarming story of a Buick Regal unveiled at a grocery store’s 30th anniversary, showcasing the emotional impact of classic car restorations.
  • Automotive trivia questions about the fastest speeding ticket and the first American car with clear coat paint, with surprising answers revealed.
  • Tease of a potential acquisition: a 1970 Buick GS convertible with a storied history tied to Dave McClelland.

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It’s really cool to hang around with people who are really passionate about what they like, and on this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, Kevin Oeste and Mike Q-Ball Clarke chat about what it’s like to get excited about what you like to do.   Kevin references music producer Rick Beato and a recent interview with guitar virtuoso Nuno Bettencourt and how jazzed Nuno was to share his passion and stories, much in the way car enthusiasts do all the time.   Later, we get an update from Mr. Q on working at the V8 Speed and Resto Shop and how that’s all going.  Then, they touch on the new Bonneville Up To Speed podcast, some special V8 Radio Podcast shout-outs to new friends made through this podcast, Automotive Trivia, an announcement about V8 Radio stickers, some Hot Rod Magazine stories, and much more!   Listen, like, subscribe, and review this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast!

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Rick Beato Nuno Bettencourt interview:  https://youtu.be/sYpKg6HR1z8

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Meeting New Friends, Summer Road Trips, Sharing Enthusiasm, Rick Beato, Nuno Bettencourt, Automotive Trivia and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!
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