Full Throttle Talk

This week’s episode of Full Throttle Talk is a car enthusiast rollercoaster—equal parts serious debate, sarcastic banter, and auction insanity. If you’ve ever wondered whether you should blow your budget on a brand-new Porsche 911 Turbo S or roll the dice on a Ferrari 296 GTB, this episode is for you. We’re talking weekend toys, extra cars, and the real questions that matter: do you want German precision with a warranty, or Italian drama with curves that melt your soul?

But that’s just the starting line. We also tear into:

• Porsche’s Strategic Realignment – The new PHEV Macan, whispers of a budget sports car under $75K, and why the BEV 718 “will suck so hard.” Are Porsche dealers panicking behind the curtain?

• Youngtimers vs Oldtimers – Why ‘90s and 2000s cars (your old Gran Turismo heroes) are skyrocketing while 356s and non-special ‘70s 911s sit flat. We predict the next wave of collectibles and argue about demographics, wealth transfer, and nostalgia.

• Choosing your weekend car wisely – 964 RS, 993 C2S, 997 Club Sport, Ferrari 296 GTB, or a modern 911 Turbo. What really fits your lifestyle, roads, budget, and sanity?

• Collector Car Auctions – From legendary Porsche 904s and Ferrari race cars to utterly ridiculous sales like the Wagon Queen Family Truckster and a Yugo Cabrio. Yes, people actually pay real money for this stuff.

• Pop Quizzes & Debates – What was the hottest car of 2025? What’s the “It Girl” of 2026? 997 GT3 RS 4.0 vs Singer Classic. Favorite old features that should return (spoiler: everyone wants pop-up headlights back).

And of course, the crew shares real car life updates:

• Teaching friends how to wrangle a Ferrari 296 GTS on carbon fiber wheels.

• Backroad adventures in the Swedish Sled.

• Upgrades that transform clutch feel.

• Shakedown runs ahead of Targa Carolina in an air-cooled 911 with fresh electric A/C.

If you love Porsche vs Ferrari debates, car auction madness, and brutally honest takes on the future of collector cars, this is your show.

 Subscribe, share, and join the conversation. We don’t do boring—we do uncensored, sarcastic, opinionated car talk the way it should be.

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Paul Kramer: 714-335-4911 | ⁠⁠⁠⁠paul@autokennel.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

Casey Parkin: ⁠⁠⁠⁠casey@groupccuration.com⁠⁠⁠

David Van Epps: 704-799-7680⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠dave@sonderwerks.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ | IG and FB is @sonderwerks

Tim Harris: 512-758-0206 (text only) | tim@timandjulieharris.com

🎙️ This Week on Full Throttle Talk

We’re taking no prisoners. From Porsche supercar fantasy drafts (959, Carrera GT, GT2 RS, GT3 RS… which ONE would you actually keep?) to the death of real automotive journalism (looking at you, YouTubers & manufacturer mouthpieces), we’re calling it like it is.

🔥 Rants include:

• The dumbest automotive trends that need to vanish (matte paint, carbon fiber overload, burble tunes, and those ridiculous gooseneck wings)

• Predictions on which fads will age like milk

• Auction insanity: why vintage Porsche & Ferrari race cars are still the ultimate benchmark

• Market madness: “Old man spec” 993s breaking six figures — WTF?!

• Watch talk: what we’re wearing and hunting this week

• C&C throwbacks, slantnose shakedowns, and Monterey Car Week stories

This one’s loaded with car culture controversy, Porsche hot takes, Ferrari digs, auction shockers, and watch-collector banter. If you’re into Porsches, Ferraris, supercars, or just calling BS on the industry, this is your episode.

🔗 Connect With Us

Paul Kramer — 714-335-4911 | paul@autokennel.com
Casey Parkin — casey@groupccuration.com
David Van Epps — 704-799-7680 | dave@sonderwerks.com | IG/FB: @sonderwerks
Tim Harris — 512-758-0206 (text only) | tim@timandjulieharris.com

Time to rev the engines—this episode of Full Throttle Talk is bursting with high-octane content and turbocharged takes:

1. This Week in Cars:

• Tim opens the throttle with his brand-new go-kart track.

• Paul crashes the Good Vibes Breakfast Club and spies the Czinger 21CV Max.

• Dave battles CIS hot-start demons delivering a 1982 911 Targa, solving the issue at the 11th hour.

• Casey resurrects a 1973.5 911 Targa, tracks down a 997 GTS stick, and finally gets a clutch slave cylinder after 5 months—plus PCA meet-ups and auction digs.

2. Automotive News & Ferrari Focus:

• Ferrari just dropped the 849 Testarossa—literally resurrecting one of the most iconic names with a next-gen plug-in hybrid flagship to replace the SF90 Stradale.

  • Powertrain: A mid-rear 4.0L twin-turbo V8 plus three electric motors, delivering around 1,050 horsepower—roughly 50 hp more than the SF90.

  • Performance: 0–62 mph in under 2.3 seconds, top speed 205 mph (330 km/h).

  • Design & Aero: 15% more cooling capacity, 415 kg of downforce at 155 mph, bold blacked-out nose, slotted intakes, and aero channels that nod to the original Testarossa.

  • Interior: Driver-focused wraparound cockpit with raised center console, no central touchscreen—infotainment lives in the driver’s display.

  • Variants & Pricing: Coupe (€460,000) and Spider (€500,000), with EU deliveries starting 2026, U.S. later with tariffs pushing prices higher.

  • Legacy Tie-In: Ferrari recently won back the Testarossa name in EU court, reviving one of the brand’s most legendary badges.

• Plus: Porsche’s new Turbo S T-Hybrid obliterates Nürburgring times, Porsche’s Macan replacement shifts to FWD bias, and Casey breaks down Porsche’s new wireless EV charging tech.

3. Resto-Mod Bubble Debate:
Is the perfect stock car the new holy grail? With bespoke builds from Singer, Ruf, Tuthill, and Canepa dominating auctions, what’s the future for ultra-high-end resto-mods? We break down values, the “Insta effect,” and why unmolested classics may be the real winners.

4. Over-Hyped Cars That Might Crash:
From EVs like Hummer EV or Porsche Taycan Turbo GT, to Ferrari Purosangue, modern McLarens, Rimac, and endless special-edition 911s—what’s hot now but destined to cool fast?

5. Greatest Modern Supercar?
Tim argues the Ruf CTR Anniversary is today’s McLaren F1—no upper limit on value, pure driver’s car, and recent sales topping $3M.

6. Auction Watch:
We’re tracking heavy hitters like the 1996 Porsche 911 GT2 and 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder, complete with Classic.com comps and valuation trends.

Bonus Segment:
By popular demand, “What watch are you wearing today?” returns—because great taste in cars always pairs with great taste in timepieces.

 If you’re into Ferrari, Porsche, resto-mod culture, collector car auctions, and unfiltered automotive news, this is your show.

Connect with us:

Paul Kramer — 714-335-4911 | paul@autokennel.com
Casey Parkin — casey@groupccuration.com
David Van Epps — 704-799-7680 | dave@sonderwerks.com | Instagram/FB: @sonderwerks
Tim Harris — 512-758-0206 (text only) | tim@timandjulieharris.com

On this week’s Full Throttle Talk, we’re going full fantasy football… but for Porsches. Half a million bucks to blow on three modern cars (1999+). Who builds the best garage? Spoiler: everyone thinks they win.

The $500K Porsche Draft

• Tim swings big with a Mezger RS, a widowmaker GT2, and a cult Cayman R (and immediately declares victory).

• Paul goes left field: a 996.2 GT3, a diesel Cayenne turned overlanding apocalypse rig, and a Carrera T that’s basically nerd-spec porn.

• Dave grabs a brand-new GT3 RS, a GT4, and a Macan GTS for the “daily driver balance sheet.”

• Casey? He’s hunting unicorns: a 997 RS, a Boxster Spyder, and a Transsyberia SUV that’ll eat $20K in repairs before you even park it. He also has a backup plan involving a 3.8-swapped Spyder, because of course he does.

What We Did in Cars

• Tim fell head over heels for the Ferrari 296 GTS, dragged his TR2 home, burned hours in a racing sim, announced he’s going back to karting (with Zoe racing too), and has a 550 Spyder project finally inching forward.

• Paul partied at Matt Farah’s house, argued with Lieberman, Glucker, and Marco at TLG, then argued with his wife about taking her Volvo on a rally before panic-reserving a base Macan.

• Dave got hands-on with Hendrick Porsche’s ex-GM test mule 959, plus geeked out over what Singer does with leather (and whether it’s worth the six-figure markup).

• Casey remembered he actually owns a 964, took it to a brewery, and washed cars like a guy working off sins.

Listener Questions

• Who really buys Porsches these days?

• Are the GT3 RS flash-and-style types Porsche’s target, or is it happening organically?

• Are 1990s cars “vintage” now, or is that just Gen Z gaslighting us?

This Week in Auctions

• Tim’s watching the Porsche GT market split wide open (limited vs. unlimited). On his radar: a 911 S/T, a 50th Anniversary GT3 RS, and a GT2 RS slugfest.

• Paul breaks down Magnus Walker’s 996 “celebrity tax” — same car without his name? You’d pay half.

• Dave and Casey pile on about who’s actually paying for that kind of markup.

And Yes, Tariffs

• Because nothing gets car people worked up like a 3.6% surcharge on their six-figure toys.

It’s Porsche nerding, Ferrari flirting, auction autopsies, and enough side rants to fill another podcast. If you came here for polite chatter and artisanal coffee talk, you’re in the wrong garage.

Connect with us:

• Paul Kramer: 714-335-4911 | ⁠paul@autokennel.com⁠

• Casey Parkin: ⁠casey@groupccuration.com⁠

• David Van Epps: 704-799-7680 | ⁠dave@sonderwerks.com⁠ | Instagram and FB: @sonderwerks

• Tim Harris: 512-758-0206 (text only) | tim@timandjulieharris.com

This week on Full Throttle Talk, the crew goes off the rails (again) and nothing is safe:

• This week in cars: Tim brags about finishing 2nd at Mid-Ohio…on his racing SIM (doesn’t count). Dave is still tinkering with his “Black Betty” science project. Casey drove a Ferrari 550 and flexed about meeting Alwin Springer. Paul? He’s still triggered about fake sports cars with Apple CarPlay.

• Automotive insanity: Is Porsche about to unleash 47 new “special editions” just to squeeze the fanboys? GT3 Cabrio, GT2 Touring, 1,000-hp Turbo Hybrid, $8k decals — have they completely lost the plot?

• Auction meltdowns: From purple-wheeled GT3RSs selling for $428k to “Emory-wannabe” 356s, we break down what’s hot, what’s cold, and what was flat-out robbery.

• This, That, or The Other: You only get ONE car under $250k for the rest of your life. The choices spark a cage match and more than a little trash talk.

• Listener Q: 996 vs. C8 Z06 — who wins, who cries, and who gets roasted for their pick.

And somewhere in the chaos, we actually stumble onto a few smart takes about trends, values, and why Porsche might be trying to out-Ferrari Ferrari with its “tailor-made” obsession.

It’s salty, it’s loud, and it’s packed with car nerd nonsense — in other words, a classic Full Throttle Talk episode.

Connect with us:

• Paul Kramer: 714-335-4911 | paul@autokennel.com

• Casey Parkin: casey@groupccuration.com

• David Van Epps: 704-799-7680 | dave@sonderwerks.com | IG & FB: @sonderwerks

• Tim Harris: 512-758-0206 (text only) | tim@timandjulieharris.com

Monterey Car Week isn’t what it used to be—and that’s not a bad thing, depending on who you ask. The genteel, wine-and-cheese concours vibe is giving way to a new era of carbon fiber chaos, lifestyle flexing, and influencer-driven hype. From $1M+ one-off boutique builds (it’s not just Singer anymore—dozens of shops are chasing “ultra-exclusive” status) to sky-high ticket prices and an endless sea of YouTubers, the car world is being redefined in real time.

Tim recaps his Monterey adventures (plus his shocking purchase of a 1954 Triumph TR2—Egad, not a 911… what will Paul say!?). We debate whether Chinese EVs could spell the downfall of Porsche, BMW, and the European car industry as we know it. We also call out the rise of “safe” car journalism and the flood of shallow influencer content drowning the real enthusiasts.

It’s raw, fun, and maybe a little controversial—but that’s exactly how we like it.

Connect with us:

Paul Kramer: 714-335-4911 | ⁠⁠⁠⁠paul@autokennel.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

Casey Parkin: ⁠⁠⁠⁠casey@groupccuration.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

David Van Epps: 704-799-7680⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠dave@sonderwerks.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ | IG and FB is @sonderwerks

Tim Harris: 512-758-0206 (text only) | tim@timandjulieharris.com

Porsche’s aiming to rewrite the Nürburgring record books, auctions are getting ridiculous, and Chevy just walked into the fanciest party of the year with a 1,250HP gatecrasher.

This week on Full Throttle Talk:

• Monterey Car Week Mayhem – Tim’s running wide open through auctions, reveals, and private previews. Which cars are all hype, and which ones might actually be steals?

• GT2RS Leaks – The hybrid, twin-electric-turbo, 1,000HP beast that’s gunning for AMG One’s Nürburgring crown.

• Dream Car Showdown – You get one $250K-ish pick. Three options, one survivor. Prepare to fight for your choice.

• Spoilers vs. Wings – Downforce or just down for the ‘Gram?

• Auction Heat – A one-of-65 ‘85 911 M491 widebody, a salvage-title Carrera RS sleeper, BMW CSLs, and 964 Turbos with eyebrow-raising price jumps.

• The Quail Crash – Chevy plants the ZR1X (1,250 HP, $207K) smack in the middle of $2M hypercars. Genius or madness?

If it’s rare, loud, fast, or slightly insane—it’s on the docket. Strap in, it’s going to get rowdy.

Paul Kramer: 714-335-4911 | ⁠⁠⁠paul@autokennel.com⁠⁠⁠

Casey Parkin: ⁠⁠⁠casey@groupccuration.com⁠⁠⁠

David Van Epps: 704-799-7680⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠dave@sonderwerks.com⁠⁠⁠ | Instagram and FB is @sonderwerks

Tim Harris: 512-758-0206 (text only) | tim@timandjulieharris.com

This week on Full Throttle Talk, we’re diving deep into one of the most loved generations of the 911—the Porsche 997. Whether you’re eyeing a 997.1 Carrera or dreaming of a 997.2 GTS, this episode is your ultimate buyer’s guide. We break down trims, tech, reliability, pricing, and which models are poised to become future classics.

But that’s not all…

What We Did in Cars This Week
Monterey Car Week plans, Luftgekühlt 11 submissions, Palomar canyon runs, Summit Point laps, and some healthy Porsche flipping by Dave.

Automotive News Breakdown
Is Porsche’s business model broken?
Tariffs: What does this mean for the used car market?
We’ve got answers.

PDK Problems?
Real talk on what’s breaking, who can fix it, and how much it’ll hurt.

997 Buyer’s Guide Highlights:

997.1 vs 997.2 – What really changed and what’s worth your money?

• IMS bearings, bore scoring, and how to shop smart with a PPI

• Manual vs PDK: Which one will age better?

• Best 997 for your budget, your driveway, and your long-term smile

• Pricing insights with real data from Classic.com

Whether you’re buying, dreaming, or just here for the banter, this episode is packed with info, laughs, and sharp takes on the state of the automotive world. Buckle up. It’s Full Throttle Talk.

997 Buyer’s Guide

Porsche 997 Overview
Context for newer buyers or those upgrading from 996s or Boxsters

• What is the 997? Where it fits in 911 history

• Key features: return to classic 911 design, hydraulic steering, analog feel

• Trim types: C2, C2S, C4S, Targa, GTS, Turbo, GT3, GT2

• Turbo changes: 2007–2008, 2009–2012, 2013 Turbo S (918 special edition)

997.1 vs 997.2 – What’s the Real Difference?

• Engine changes: M96/M97 vs DFI (Direct Fuel Injection) 9A1 – shorter stroke in .2

• IMS bearing — fact vs myth

• Transmission evolution: Tiptronic to PDK

• Interior and tech upgrades in 997.2 (997.2 4/4S always had LSD)

• Why values differ in today’s market

Reliability & Common Issues

• IMS bearing (only certain 997.1s affected)

• Bore scoring – what it is and why it matters

• Leaky rear main seals

• PDK vs manual maintenance

• Expert take: “Here’s what you should always ask for during a pre-purchase inspection.”

What’s the Right 997 for You?

• Best value today: 2008 Carrera S Coupe

• Best daily driver: 997.2 Carrera S PDK

• Best future classic: 997 GTS or GT3

• AWD vs RWD — do you really need a C4S?

• Decision-making based on budget and use case

Pricing & Market Trends (2025 Snapshot)

• 997.1: $40K–$55K

• 997.2: $60K–$90K depending on model and mileage

• Turbo and GTS premiums

• Collector picks and future appreciation

• North American vs European market differences

Ownership Costs & Maintenance

• Annual cost expectations

• DIY-friendly? (oil changes, plugs, brakes)

• Insurance tips

• What’s expensive to fix vs what isn’t

• Recommended Porsche specialists (shoutout local shops)

Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts

• Why the 997 is the sweet spot between analog and modern

• Top 3 buyer tips in 30 seconds

• What we’d buy with $70K today

  Paul Kramer: 714-335-4911 | ⁠⁠⁠paul@autokennel.com⁠⁠⁠

  Casey Parkin: ⁠⁠⁠casey@groupccuration.com⁠⁠⁠

  David Van Epps: 704-799-7680⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠dave@sonderwerks.com⁠⁠⁠ | Instagram and FB is @sonderwerks

  Tim Harris: 512-758-0206 (text only) | tim@timandjulieharris.com

This week on Full Throttle Talk, we’re calling it like we see it:

– Has Ferrari officially become a fashion brand? Are the cars still built for drivers—or for influencers with leased watches and TikTok egos?
– Is Porsche heading the same way? Chasing lifestyle over lap times?
– And let’s talk new car pricing insanity—why are enthusiast cars now $300K tech pods with fake engine sounds?

We also dive into:
– The real impact of tariffs on new and used car values—and how it’s warping buyer perception
– This or That: What’s the best daily driver under $75K? (Hint: If you said “Tesla,” stop listening.)
– What we did this week in cars—including garage updates, auction picks, and what’s breaking next

Finally, we ask the big one:
As new cars get heavier, pricier, and more soulless… does that make older analog cars even more valuable—or are they peaking?

No fluff. No filters. Just real car talk, the way it should be.

Paul Kramer: 714-335-4911 | ⁠⁠paul@autokennel.com⁠⁠
Casey Parkin: ⁠⁠casey@groupccuration.com⁠⁠
David Van Epps: 704-799-7680⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠dave@sonderwerks.com⁠⁠ | Instagram and FB is @sonderwerks

This Week on the Podcast: Homologation Specials, Porsche 996 Sales, and Wagon Controversies

With Tim off in the boonies, Paul takes the wheel for this week’s episode. Topics include our favorite homologation specials, why each host is about to sell a different Porsche 996, and a heated debate on when a wagon isn’t the best answer. Plus, more automotive hot takes and a listener suggested “this or that”.

Fasten your 5-points. This one’s loud, weird, and all throttle.

Paul Kramer: 714-335-4911 | ⁠⁠paul@autokennel.com⁠⁠
Casey Parkin: ⁠⁠casey@groupccuration.com⁠⁠
David Van Epps: 704-799-7680⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠dave@sonderwerks.com⁠⁠ | Instagram and FB is @sonderwerks