BREAK/FIX the Motorsports & Vehicle Enthusiast Variety Show

In this episode of Ferrari Fridays on the Ferrari Marketplace podcast, host William Ross from the Exotic Car Marketplace discusses various aspects of Ferrari car auctions, particularly highlighting the RM Sotheby's auction in Paris. The talk includes detailed information on high-profile sales like the 1964 Ferrari 250 LM, a 1970 Ferrari 512 M, and a 2004 Ferrari 360 Challenge race car, among others. Ross provides insights into the performance and valuations of these cars, the bidding process, and the impact of auction results on the collector car market. The episode also addresses the nuances of auction strategies, the significance of ownership history, and public reception. Sponsored mentions include exoticcarmarketplace.com, slotmods.com, and gtmotorsports.org.

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00:00 Welcome to the Ferrari Marketplace Podcast

01:08 RM Sotheby's Auction Highlights

02:16 Ferrari Memorabilia and Collectibles

06:23 Ferrari 599 GTO and Market Trends

09:28 Ferrari 360 Challenge and 512 M

18:54 The Grand Finale: 1964 Ferrari 250 LM

24:17 Market Reflections and Upcoming Auctions

The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net

On Ferrari Friday's, William Ross from the Exotic Car Marketplace will be discussing all things Ferrari and interviewing people that live and breathe the Ferrari brand. Topics range from road cars to racing; drivers to owners, as well as auctions, private sales and trends in the collector market. Copyright William Ross, Exotic Car Marketplace a division of Sixty5 Motorsports. This episode is part of our Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

Jon Summers is the Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. On his show he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, motoring travel.

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The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net

Copyright Jon Summers, The Motoring Historian. This content is also available via jonsummers.net. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

This episode of The Logbook, our History of Motorsports series, delves into the remarkable story of Ray Elder and the Racing Farmers, highlighting their significant impact on the NASCAR Winston West Series. Ray Elder, together with his family, dominated the NASCAR Winston West series throughout the late 1960s and 70s, winning six championships. The script details Elder's racing achievements, including his memorable victories over NASCAR Cup regulars at Riverside in 1971 and 1972. It gives insight into the Elder family’s background, their farming life in Carothers, California, and how they balanced farming with racing. The narrative also covers prominent competitors like Herschel McGriff, Dick Brown, and Jack McCoy who contributed to the sport's growth on the West Coast. Daniel J. Simone, a historian and expert in American motorsports, provides rich context on Elder's career and the broader history of NASCAR's expansion westward. The script acknowledges the support from various institutions and families, celebrating Ray Elder's enduring legacy in motorsports history.

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The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net

This episode is part of our HISTORY OF MOTORSPORTS SERIES and is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH), The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Argetsinger Family - and was recorded in front of a live studio audience.

Sarah Hawkie is the Co-Founder of Night Hawk Racing, a podcaster for F1RST, and a beginner sim racer with a growing presence in the sim-racing community. She is also a member of the Raven Comms team and the owner of Insta_Carmunity. Alongside her sim-racing activities, Sarah is a supercar instructor, sharing her extensive knowledge and passion for motorsport.

Her love for cars and motorsport shines through her work, and she feels most confident behind the wheel. Sarah regularly streams motorsport-related content, including titles like GT7 and F1, as well as sim-racing commentary and podcasts. Her content is diverse, ranging from car-related discussions to a variety of gaming experiences.

In this episode, Sarah talks about being at the Crossroads of life, making that all-important decision on which direction to take to achieve her goals for 2025 and beyond.  So buckle up – Screen to Speed starts now!

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The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net

INIT eSports focuses on sim racing events and digital tournaments. They bring eSports content to fans and sponsorship opportunities to brands, while maximizing audience reach across multiple sports, industries, and platforms. INIT eSports is a woman-led company where Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility is in their DNA, and their platform aims to combat bullying and cheating to help make the eSports world as safe and fair as possible. To learn more, be sure to logon to www.initesports.gg today or follow them on social media @initesports, join their discord, check out their YouTube Channel, or follow their live content via Twitch.

Copyright INIT eSports. This content originally aired on the INIT Talks livestreams via Twitch. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

In this episode of the Ferrari Marketplace podcast, hosted by William Ross from the Exotic Car Marketplace, he discusses various Ferrari-related topics, including road cars, racing, and trends in the collector market. William shares his experience attending the Cavalino 2025 event in Palm Beach, recounting the challenges posed by adverse weather and travel delays. Despite the cold and rain, he highlights the stunning cars displayed, including a rare F80 and several other high-profile Ferraris. He also touches on the extravagant nature of the event, the high ticket prices, and the various personalities encountered. The podcast also features shoutouts to Slot Mods, Gran Touring Motorsports, and several notable individuals and organizations within the automotive and Ferrari communities. William concludes by teasing future podcast topics and encouraging listeners to check out related automotive content and podcasts.

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00:00 Cavallino 2025 Event Overview

01:56 Travel Woes and Weather Challenges

04:31 Exploring Ferrari Palm Beach

05:55 Cavallino Event Ticket Prices and How I got In

08:36 Highlights from the Cavallino Event

15:27 Reflections on Ferrari Models and Market Trends

17:00 Ferrari and Lamborghini Six-Speed Swaps

18:29 Show Field Setup and Experience

18:43 Upper Level Car Display

20:52 Ferrari's New Models

23:48 Santino Ferrucci and the 599XX

28:29 People Watching at the Event

30:03 Event Summary and Final Thoughts

31:42 Upcoming Episodes and Announcements

The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net

On Ferrari Friday's, William Ross from the Exotic Car Marketplace will be discussing all things Ferrari and interviewing people that live and breathe the Ferrari brand. Topics range from road cars to racing; drivers to owners, as well as auctions, private sales and trends in the collector market. Copyright William Ross, Exotic Car Marketplace a division of Sixty5 Motorsports. This episode is part of our Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

Jon Summers is the Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. On his show he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, motoring travel.

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The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net

Copyright Jon Summers, The Motoring Historian. This content is also available via jonsummers.net. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

The Drive Thru Episode 53, provides a mix of automotive, motorsport, and car-adjacent news segments. Hosts discuss various topics, including NASCAR's 2023 season, a Jeep Model Year Showcase, and a behind-the-scenes look at Kirt Webster Racing. Other highlights include Electric Vehicles, the latest from Tesla, the emerging trend of hybrid technology, and a deep dive into Dodge's surprising zombie car sales statistics. Additionally, the show examines the financial struggles and mergers across the auto industry, Toyota's complex stance on EVs, and the significance of the legendary VR6 engine's final production. Personal reflections on favorite imports like the Renault Clio V6, trends in sim racing, and reviews of pop culture car shows are also featured. The episode concludes with a tribute to Mary McGee, a motorsport pioneer, discussions on the F1 2025 season, including Lewis Hamilton's move to Ferrari, and a crash report on Audis in the Dakar Rally and various F40 accidents.

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The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net

The Screen to Speed Dream Team: Nina Hahn (@downforce_girl) and Esmeralda Beemsterboer (@esmeraldabeemsterboer) return to INIT Talks, to chat with Lyubov Ozeretskovskaya (@LoveFortySix) about their experiences at the Daytona 24-hour endurance race. The conversation details their challenges and strategies during the race, including incidents with pit entries and driving in mixed weather conditions. Nina & Esmeralda share their setups and preparations for the race, the dynamics of managing traffic on the track, and their personal experiences in sim racing versus real-world racing. They also discuss upcoming events and their thoughts on various racing simulators, including iRacing and Assetto Corsa Competizione; along with some thoughts on the new AC EVO. They also discuss their plans and aspirations for the Dream Team and Nina and Esmeralda's individual goals within the realm of sim racing. So buckle up – Screen to Speed starts now!

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The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net

INIT eSports focuses on sim racing events and digital tournaments. They bring eSports content to fans and sponsorship opportunities to brands, while maximizing audience reach across multiple sports, industries, and platforms. INIT eSports is a woman-led company where Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility is in their DNA, and their platform aims to combat bullying and cheating to help make the eSports world as safe and fair as possible. To learn more, be sure to logon to www.initesports.gg today or follow them on social media @initesports, join their discord, check out their YouTube Channel, or follow their live content via Twitch.

Copyright INIT eSports. This content originally aired on the INIT Talks livestreams via Twitch. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

In this episode of Ferrari Fridays, William Ross from the Exotic Car Marketplace dives deep into various aspects of the Ferrari brand, including road cars, racing, drivers, owners, and collector market trends. He gives shoutouts to sponsors and supporters like the Motoring Podcast Network, FerrariMarketplace.com, ExoticCarMarketplace.com, and Gran Touring Motorsports. Ross also discusses his personal involvement in charity work and his commitment to producing more podcasts in 2025. The focus of this episode is on the Ferrari F80, exploring its market dynamics, allocation challenges, and comparisons with other hypercars. Ross explains the exclusivity and financial commitments required for securing an F80 allocation and speculates on the future of hypercars in the evolving automotive landscape.

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The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net

Jon Summers is the Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. On his show he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, motoring travel.

2001: A Space Odyssey

Autoliv have half of the global airbag market

The venue - Nordic Innovation House

Similar event to the Hawkwind and Lidar pod

Sven Beiker and SAE Mobilus

Know Thine Enemy ?

Safety Fast, not Safety Fast

The Motorcycle Helmet law debate - personal choice, or the state’s right to dictate what you do

Harley Davidson Roadglide digression

Smoking while riding

Barry Sheene’s smoking helmet

Ned Ludd

Saving 35,000 lives a year, targeting 100,000

Safety is a Sherman Tank for the School Run

Freedom and Freedumb are a trade off

Waymo now (Q4 ‘24) functional in San Francisco, despite the odd phantom driver

The Roi de Belge opera seating position and Leopold of Belgium

Becker Limos

Vis a Vis seating

The cliche’d image of the Car of The Future

Freedumb makes you happy - exposing yourself to irrational danger makes you fullfilled

Exposure to risk makes it an adventure

Parrallels between dogs and bikes

Honda CBR Racebike lives again

An embarrassing fall

Bikini chicks and celebrities

Forgetting to switch on the CBR fuel tap

A eulogy on doing hard things because they are hard

Analysis and Statistics suck the Joy out of motoring

Running Wild - Free Wind Rider

SAE and Standards

Hanna Karlssen

Bunac Student Exchange program

Active Safety vs. Passive Safety

$5 milliseconds to get an airbag inflated

Only 10ms for side impact airbags

The Door Hit; Keith Odor, Mike Hawthorn, JD McDuffie

Airbags for big rigs, safely rolling 18 wheelers

Airbags in bikes (!!!)

Pedestrian airbags in the cowl

Run over by a grey Citroen BX

“We Must Design For Free Flying Objects in the Cabin”

Steering Wheel Cover design

Zoox Fireside Seating (new words for Vis A Vis)

Safety Focus on Low Speed Prangs

Blocking and Tackling of safety - seat belt positions, design of cars noses

Saxon - Forever Free

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The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net

Copyright Jon Summers, The Motoring Historian. This content is also available via jonsummers.net. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.