Hagerty Sidedrafts: Cars | Classics | Racing artwork

Hagerty Sidedrafts: Cars | Classics | Racing

99 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 23 ratings

Hagerty Sidedrafts brings you the greatest automotive stories from past and present from classic car insights and collector market news to interviews with leading experts and profiles of the most interesting icons. Does Cuba hold hidden Ferraris? Who is the Father of the Corvette? And Is the Corvair a death machine? Automotive journalists, Larry Webster and Aaron Robinson, explore theses and other compelling car stories. For more deep dives, visit https://www.hagerty.com/articles-videos.

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In Conversation with the women of Round 3 Racing | S2E71

December 17, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 98.1 MB

Join Hagerty’s Brian Ghidinelli as he chats with Sarah Montgomery, Loni Unser, and Hannah Grisham of the Hagerty Motorsports Round 3 Racing team. After an interesting season competing in the World Racing League endurance championship, listen in to hear what life is like as a female in a male-dominated sport, the experience of filming a TV show with MotorTrend, and what’s next on the horizon for their careers.

Petit Le Mans - Inside Track with John Hindhaugh | S2E70

December 09, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 98.1 MB

This November, join John Hindhaugh shortly after the Petit Le Mans race in Braselton, Georgia, and get the ultimate inside track. This special live race recap will not only cover the Petit Le Mans with guests who lived it behind the wheel and in the pits but will also talk about the 2021 racing season. Don’t forget to bring your motorsports and racing questions for a live Q&A with the panel guests.

What Comes Next: Greenwich Concours Seminar | S2E69

November 27, 2021 00:48 - 1 hour - 98.1 MB

What will the automobile look like in a world of autonomous driving technologies and alternative power sources? An all-star panel of motoring luminaries including Ralph Gilles, Ed Welburn, and Jay Ward, will explore the possibilities and challenges as we enter this brave new world. 

How to Score the Ultimate Barn Find: Greenwich Concours Seminar | S2E68

November 11, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 86.1 MB

Finding the car of your dreams with three of the most successful individuals in the motoring world. Our panel of experts includes Tom Cotter, Wayne Carini, and Peter Kumar. They’ll reveal secrets to discovering hidden treasures and share special tips on how to become an automotive archaeologist.

Shifting Gears: Greenwich Concours Seminar | S2E67

October 28, 2021 16:00 - 55 minutes - 76.1 MB

A look at the collector car market amidst a pandemic, changing demographics, and unprecedented enthusiasm among collectors of all ages.

Treasures from the Barber Museum with Wayne Carini | S2E66

October 21, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 89.3 MB

Join motorcycle collector and host of Chasing Classic Cars, Wayne Carini, and the Barber Museum’s Executive Director, Jeff Ray, as they pick five very different motorcycles from Barber Museum storage areas and talk about why the museum has them, their significance, and plans for the future.

The Most Collectible Modern Muscle | S2E45

October 14, 2021 17:02 - 54 minutes - 75.3 MB

Over the last 20 years, we’ve seen a muscle car revolution. Ford’s Mustang, Chevrolet’s Camaro, and Dodge’s Challenger have given us a renewed excitement for American-made V-8 muscle cars, but which ones are going to be collectible? Which ones already are collectible? Well, Hagerty Price Guide Editor, Greg Ingold, and muscle car expert, Colin Comer, are here to answer those questions and more!

Why the Mid-engine C8 Corvette was Worth the Wait | S2E64

October 07, 2021 16:00 - 43 minutes - 60.3 MB

Hagerty Driver’s Club editor Larry Webster moderates a seminar about why the C8 Corvette was worth the long wait. The panel includes Chasing Classic Cars’ Wayne Carini, Mecum Auctions’ John Kraman, and veteran automotive engineering editor/journalist Don Sherman, all of whom have extensive experience with the C8 and earlier Corvettes.

Building and Promoting the BMW Z Roadsters and Coupes | S2E63

October 01, 2021 00:28 - 55 minutes - 76.2 MB

This week, we're exploring how the BMW Z cars came to be. Listen in as our panel of BMW Z experts discuss the exciting period in the mid-1990s when the story of the BMW Z Roadsters and Coupes was just beginning.

A Brief History of Shelby Cars | S2E62

September 17, 2021 18:56 - 1 hour - 84.9 MB

Everyone knows Carroll Shelby's work with race cars and Mustangs, but he's done so much more than that! Join us for a fun conversation about some of the lesser-known Shelby cars, hosted by Shelby expert, Colin Comer, and Brad Phillips, Executive Director of LeMay America's Car Museum.

McKeel Hagerty and Jim Farley | S2E61

September 09, 2021 16:00 - 12 minutes - 17.6 MB

This week, McKeel Hagerty sits down with Jim Farley, CEO of Ford Motor Company. This was recorded live from the Hagerty Media Broadcast Platform at The Quail: A Motorsports Gathering in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, on 13 August 2021.

Fall 2021 Price Guide Update | S2E60

September 02, 2021 19:24 - 1 hour - 83.9 MB

Monterey Car Week is over, and it’s time for another Price Guide Update! The Hagerty Price Guide is the premier collector car value guide—accurate, up-to-date, and without pricing bias or prejudice. Join Publisher Dave Kinney and Editor Greg Ingold as we highlight the most recent changes in the car sales market, which cars made the biggest jumps or drops in value, and what you should have your eye on next.

24 Hours of Le Mans | Inside Track with John Hindhaugh - S2E59

August 27, 2021 15:47 - 1 hour - 84.7 MB

Join us after the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans to get the ultimate inside track with Hagerty and John Hindhaugh. In this live race recap, you’ll hear it firsthand from those who lived it, from behind the wheel and in the pits. This week, John is joined by Audi Sport Team WRT driver, Ferdinand Habsburg, Corvette Racing driving, Nicky Catsburg, and Toyota Gazoo Racing driver, Mike Conway!

Interview with Christian von Koenigsegg | S2E58

August 19, 2021 16:25 - 12 minutes - 17.4 MB

Recorded live on the Hagerty Broadcast Stage at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering! McKeel Hagerty sits down with Christian von Koenigsegg to talk about Koenigsegg supercars and their shared love of the automobile.

Hagerty's Festival of the Unexceptional Recap | S2E57

August 12, 2021 16:00 - 48 minutes - 66 MB

Paul Cowland is on the telly and everything! Yet he is almost as excited as we are to talk about last Saturday’s Hagerty Festival of the Unexceptional, where Paul was judging the Concours and also found sneaking off to admire visitors’ extra-ordinary ordinary cars. Join us, live, as Paul picks his favorite cars, talks about his journey into television, answers your questions, and admits that his car collection is getting a little out of hand…

The Story behind the "Black Ghost" | S2E56

August 05, 2021 21:23 - 28 minutes - 39 MB

Diane Parker tells the story of the legendary Black Ghost Hemi Challenger that would suddenly appear at late-night street races, smoke the competition, and then vanish without fanfare, not to be seen again for months.

The Pinnacle of Muscle: 1970-1971 | S2E55

July 29, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 82.6 MB

With moderator Wayne Carini, our all-star panel of Ken Lingenfelter, Colin Comer, and Bob Ashton take a look at the ultimate muscle cars that came out of the Big Three just before government regulation brought high-performance cars to their knees. Our experts will discuss the curated cars in the Concours’ two muscle Car classes, which marked the high point of the genre.

Live with RockAuto.com | S2E54

July 22, 2021 16:00 - 50 minutes - 69.1 MB

Join us for a fun conversation between Hagerty’s Senior Vice President of Media and Editorial, Larry Webster, and Tom Taylor, Vice President of Marketing at RockAuto.com. RockAuto is an online, family business founded in 1999 by automotive engineers with two goals: Liberate information hidden behind the auto parts store counter (by listing all available items and product specifications on RockAuto.com, not just what one store stocks or one counter-person knows) Make auto parts affordab...

In Conversation with Vicki Butler-Henderson | S2E53

July 16, 2021 17:38 - 1 hour - 83.8 MB

To petrolheads around the world, Vicki Butler-Henderson needs no introduction. Having starred on BBC Top Gear, Fifth Gear, and now a new, second season of The Car Years, she is rarely seen standing still. Find out what she drives, which cars she wished she’d kept, what we’ll get to see on The Car Years – plus hear all about her new YouTube channel.

Six Hours of the Glen | Inside Track with John Hindhaugh | S3E52

July 08, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 82.8 MB

Join us after the Six Hours of the Glen and get on the inside track with Hagerty and John Hindhaugh. In this race recap, we’ll be joined by Howden Haynes, race car driver with Champion Porsche, Tom Sullivan from Michelin Motorsports, and Hyundai drivers Mark Wilkins and Michael Lewis.

Werks Reunion Reprise | S2E51

July 03, 2021 13:14 - 1 hour - 103 MB

Several thousand Porsche lovers made the trek to the Porsche Club of America’s Werks Reunion that was held as a companion event to the pandemic-rescheduled Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance in mid-May. Porsches from the early 1950s to the present were on display. Many were stock with rare options and others were modified, but they were all primped, polished, for judging. However many people made the journey, many more Porsche fans couldn’t make it, and this seminar is for them. We’ll talk ab...

Everything you need to know about the Nissan Skyline | S2E50

June 24, 2021 18:09 - 1 hour - 82.7 MB

The Nissan Skyline GT-R is undoubtedly one of the greatest performance cars to come out of Japan. Gaining its fame through racing, video games, and movies like The Fast & The Furious, these cars have ascended to icon status. Join Hagerty Price Guide Editor, Greg Ingold, and Skyline importer and expert, Sean Morris with Toprank Importers, as they discuss all things GT-R and what makes “Godzilla” so great.

24 Hours of Nürburgring | Inside Track with John Hindhaugh | S2E49

June 18, 2021 00:41 - 1 hour - 86 MB

Join us after the 24 Hours of Nürburgring and get the ultimate inside track with Hagerty and John Hindhaugh. In this live race recap, John will be interviewing BMW Team Driver, Philipp Eng, Mercedes Team Driver, Adam Christodoulou, and Jim Glickenhaus of Scuderia Glickenhaus! You’ll hear it all firsthand from those who lived it, from behind the wheel and in the pits.

In Conversation with Wade Kawasaki | S2E48

June 03, 2021 16:00 - 39 minutes - 54.6 MB

Join Sam Smith, Hagerty's Editor at Large, as he talks with Wade Kawasaki, President and Chief Executive Officer of Coker Tire and Legendary Companies. Listen in as they discuss Wade's love of the automobile, how Legendary Companies is keeping old cars on the road, and what Wade's been up to lately.

Why We Love Motorcycles

May 27, 2021 16:00 - 59 minutes - 81.3 MB

It's been said that two wheels are better than four. Well, Hagerty's Editor at Large, Sam Smith, and Associate Editor, Kyle Smith, (no relation) are out to convince the world that life is better on a motorcycle! Join us as these two talk about their favorite motorcycles, and why there should be at least one in every garage.

Why We Love Motorcycles | S2E47

May 27, 2021 16:00 - 59 minutes - 81.3 MB

It's been said that two wheels are better than four. Well, Hagerty's Editor at Large, Sam Smith, and Associate Editor, Kyle Smith, (no relation) are out to convince the world that life is better on a motorcycle! Join us as these two talk about their favorite motorcycles, and why there should be at least one in every garage.

Spotlight on Viper | S2E46

May 20, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 89.6 MB

We all know that Vipers are big, brash, powerful, fast, and uniquely American. Magazines have documented acceleration, braking, and top speed, so we know about their superior performance on road and track. But how do they do on the market, and which cars are in the highest demand. Join Hagerty valuation experts Dave Kinney and Greg Ingold for a virtual seminar on May 12, 2021, at 8:00 pm as they examine the different generations and models and how they’ve performed when they’ve come to mark...

Spring Hagerty Price Guide Update | S2E45

May 14, 2021 18:20 - 1 hour - 85.4 MB

The Hagerty Price Guide is the premier collector car value guide—accurate, up-to-date, and without pricing bias or prejudice. Join Publisher Dave Kinney and Associate Editor Greg Ingold as we highlight the most recent changes in the car sales market, which cars made the biggest jumps or drops in value, and what you should have your eye on next.

Harrah's - The Greatest Collector Car Sale | S2E44

May 07, 2021 18:02 - 54 minutes - 74.6 MB

For serious collectors of vintage cars, the calendar is filled with top-flight auctions. In a sense, however, they all flow from the series of blockbuster sales in the mid-1980s that liquidated the collection of one man: William Harrah. The circumstances around the sales--namely why they had to happen in the first place--have never been widely understood. Until now. Automotive historian and museum curator Ken Gross recently explored the sale for Hagerty Insider. He will be speaking with In...

The Legend of Evel Knievel Lives On | S2E43

April 30, 2021 14:19 - 59 minutes - 81.1 MB

Can you get rich by trying to kill yourself? Evel Knievel spent a lifetime trying and had most of America breathless as he did. Join Hagerty Editor in Chief Larry Webster and Associate Editor Cameron Neveu as they look back on the stuntman’s golden era and how his Evel empire continues to reign.

The Big Oly Bronco and Why it Could Fetch Seven Figures at Auction | S2E42

April 22, 2021 16:00 - 55 minutes - 75.6 MB

Any first-generation Ford Bronco is a hot commodity these days, regularly selling in the six-figure range, but Parnelli Jones sending his legendary “Big Oly” Bronco to auction is expected to produce the world’s first seven-figure sale of vintage SUV. Join Hagerty Insider Editor Colin Comer, John Kraman of Mecum Auctions, and Bronco expert Todd Zuercher as they discuss Big Oly’s history, what led to it heading to action and what is sure to be an incredible sale result for the world’s most fam...

In Conversation with McLaren CEO Mike Flewitt

April 15, 2021 16:00 - 59 minutes - 82.3 MB

McLaren CEO Mike Flewitt has spent decades working with cars. Since becoming CEO in July 2013, McLaren has launched its product family of Sports Series, Super Series, Ultimate Series as well as the new McLaren Artura and motorsport products for customer racing. Join us as Hagerty CEO McKeel Hagerty speaks with Mike about his passion for all things automotive and what's next for McLaren.

In Conversation with McLaren CEO Mike Flewitt | S2E41

April 15, 2021 16:00 - 59 minutes - 82.3 MB

McLaren CEO Mike Flewitt has spent decades working with cars. Since becoming CEO in July 2013, McLaren has launched its product family of Sports Series, Super Series, Ultimate Series as well as the new McLaren Artura and motorsport products for customer racing. Join us as Hagerty CEO McKeel Hagerty speaks with Mike about his passion for all things automotive and what's next for McLaren.

Favorite Hot Rods | S2E40

April 01, 2021 16:00 - 59 minutes - 82.2 MB

Sit back and enjoy watching our favorite Hagerty odd couple, Brad Phillips and Colin Comer, discuss their favorite hot rods. But first, they have to come to a consensus on what actually qualifies as a hot rod. Is it any car that has been modified or do we need to be more specific? What do you think?

Tatra, The Greatest Car No One Has Ever Heard Of

March 25, 2021 16:00 - 46 minutes - 63.9 MB

Did the Tatra T87 really kill more Nazis in car crashes than the Allies did with bullets? Why was this car so ahead of its time? And why don’t more people know about it? Hagerty Editor at Large Sam Smith interviews Jeff Lane, owner of the Lane Motor Museum to get the full lowdown.  Read the full article at hagerty.com/media.

Tatra, The Greatest Car No One Has Ever Heard Of | S2E39

March 25, 2021 16:00 - 46 minutes - 63.9 MB

Did the Tatra T87 really kill more Nazis in car crashes than the Allies did with bullets? Why was this car so ahead of its time? And why don’t more people know about it? Hagerty Editor at Large Sam Smith interviews Jeff Lane, owner of the Lane Motor Museum to get the full lowdown.  Read the full article at hagerty.com/media.

Frank Stephenson discusses car design past, present and future | S2E38

March 18, 2021 20:35 - 1 hour - 87.6 MB

Some smash hits have come from the pen of Frank Stephenson. From the reborn Mini Cooper and Fiat 500 to the sensational Maserati MC12 and McLaren P1, he has made his mark on the cars we know and love. But what cars does he admire? How can car enthusiasts pick up an interesting-looking car for affordable money? What does the former BMW designer think of the German company’s latest grille? And is the Tesla Cybertruck a thing of wonder or an eyesore?

Celebrating Women in Motorsports with Shea Holbrook | S2E37

March 11, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 84.4 MB

As part of our International Women's Day celebrations, Hagerty's Julie Gu-Scallen sits down with Shea Holbrook of Shift Up Now to discuss the acceleration of women in motorsports, racing plans for this year, and how you can help support the team.

Smithsonian Air and Space Restoration and Preservation | S2E36

March 04, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 95.5 MB

Look, up in the sky! Join Hagerty contributor Brad Phillips and as he flies through the topic of vintage aircraft restoration (and its car similarities) with Malcolm Collum, Chief Conservator at the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum.

Josh Shaw, Automotive Jack-of-all-trades | S2E35

February 25, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 117 MB

Meet Josh Shaw, an automotive jack-of-all-trades who has designed legendary hot rods, painted numerous race cars, and is currently restoring a prewar Miller supercar. We sit down with Josh to recount his wild ride since his high school days modifying S-10s. Hand-lettering Indianapolis roadsters, wrenching on a Bugatti, racing school busses–this episode has it all.

Hagerty Insider 2021 Market Predictions | S2E34

February 18, 2021 17:00 - 44 minutes - 61.5 MB

Hagerty Insider is your roadmap to the collector car world. Join experts David Zenlea and John Wiley as they make sense of the latest car auctions, values, and market trends to share their predictions for this year. Read more about the Hagerty Insider market predictions at https://insider.hagerty.com/trends/predictions/

Favorite New Cars | S2E33

February 11, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 83.4 MB

At Hagerty, we love all cars old and new. Watch as our editors, Eric Weiner and Cameron Neveu provide a rundown of all the new cars on the market today and highlight their favorite buys for your next daily driver.

Niels van Roij: A master craftsman | S2E32

February 08, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 85.6 MB

Meet Niels van Roij, the creator of the new Ferrari Breadvan Hommage. The project took more than two years to complete and was inspired by the legendary Ferrari 250 GT SWB that entered the 1962 Le Mans 24 Hour race. This is your chance to hear how Niels transformed a Ferrari 550 Maranello into the Breadvan Hommage, and ask your questions of the Dutch designer and craftsman.

Designing Hot Wheels | S3E31

February 04, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 83.6 MB

From collectors to kids, there is no age limit to enjoying Hot Wheels. This iconic brand and its models have often been the first spark that ignites a lifetime passion for automobiles. Join Hagerty contributor Brad Phillips and Hot Wheels designer Brendon Vetuskey for a very special livestream to get a behind the scenes look at the design and creative process for our favorite cars in miniature.

Favorite Exhibits at The Henry Ford | S2E30

February 01, 2021 21:07 - 56 minutes - 78.2 MB

We are kicking off our newest partnership with The Henry Ford by speaking with Curator of Transportation, Matt Anderson, and Hagerty's Brad Phillips, about their favorite museum exhibits and what's coming next.

In conversation with Porsche VP of Marketing Pedro Mota | S2E29

January 28, 2021 17:00 - 59 minutes - 81.8 MB

Pedro Mota is Vice President, Marketing, for Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), headquartered in Atlanta. PCNA is the exclusive U.S. importer of the Porsche 911, 718 Boxster and 718 Cayman; Panamera; Cayenne, and Macan. In this exclusive video, Hagerty will sit down with Mota to discuss his love of cars, what’s on the horizon for PCNA, and where he’s driving to next.

How did the Car Market Fare in 2020 | S2E28

January 25, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 105 MB

With most of the January auctions going virtual this year, we took our annual Scottsdale seminar and made it virtual! Join moderator Brad Phillips as he discusses the 2020 collector car market with Wayne Carini of Chasing Classic Cars, Alain Squindo, COO of RM Sotheby's, and Dave Kinney, publisher of the Hagerty Price Guide.

Price Guide Update Winter 2021 | S2E27

January 21, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 83 MB

The Hagerty Price Guide is the premier collector car value guide—accurate, up to date, and without pricing bias or prejudice. Join Publisher Dave Kinney and Associate Editor Greg Ingold as we highlight the most recent changes in the car sales market, which cars made the biggest jumps or drops in value, and what you should have your eye on next.

Favorite Cars Named After Animals | S2E26

January 18, 2021 17:00 - 58 minutes - 80.5 MB

Not only are car names are sacred but sometimes they can make or break sales. Some of our most loved classics have taken inspiration from the animal kingdom and we're here to share our favorites. Join Hagerty contributors, Brad Phillips and Jason Cammisa, for a roaring good time.

Favorite German Cars | S2E25

January 14, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 86.8 MB

German cars offer high build quality, clean styling, and camaraderie among loyal owners that have made them attractive to buyers of all ages and backgrounds. Hagerty Contributor Brad Phillips sits down with Porsche’s Ray Shaffer, to discuss their favorite German cars. Join the fun and tell us which cars you like during the livestream.