Shifted Opinions

This week on Shifted Opinions, the guys trade Thursday-morning coffee for Sunday-evening cocktails and dive into everything from the Ruchlos Rallye to the current state of the collector car market.

Dave returns from an epic West Virginia Porsche rally with stories of incredible roads, close calls, and why the people you meet matter more than the cars you drive. Meanwhile, Casey shares updates on multiple high-dollar auctions, including GT3 RS models, Ford GTs, and a Ferrari Pista.

The conversation turns philosophical when a listener asks a simple question:

Is it really about the car—or is it about the journey?

Along the way, the guys debate:

If you love driving, road trips, Porsche culture, and automotive storytelling, this episode is for you.

Has the Porsche hobby become unrealistic for normal enthusiasts?

The guys break down the real reason enthusiasts feel locked out of the market — and why social media, online auctions, and “perfect spec” culture may be doing more damage than the cars themselves.

From six-figure GT3 RS auctions to bargain 914s and rally-ready drivers, this episode explores why there’s still fun to be had if you stop chasing internet validation.

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“We’re not sure, but cars are involved.”

Old cars break.

This week on Shifted Opinions, Paul prepares for his longest driving adventure yet, Dave deals with a Porsche 356 fire, and Casey dives deep into auction prep, rally cars, Porsche 964 ownership, Bring a Trailer culture, nostalgia cars, and why enthusiasts continue chasing machines that make absolutely no sense.

The guys also discuss:

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What’s the point of owning a car you never drive?

In this episode of Shifted Opinions, the guys break down the difference between real enthusiasts and collectors — and why the best cars are the ones that get used.

From selling a rare Isuzu Impulse RS Turbo to chasing the perfect Porsche 964 RS experience, this conversation dives into rally culture, ownership realities, and what actually makes cars meaningful.

You’ll hear:

This isn’t about hype.

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This week on Shifted Opinions, the conversation goes beyond specs and performance numbers — and into what driving is actually about.

From GT rally experiences to time on the Tail of the Dragon, the guys unpack what happens when you take cars like the GT3RS out of controlled environments and into the real world. It’s not just about speed — it’s about feel, adaptability, and the experience behind the wheel.

They also explore the reality of modern rally events, what makes them worth it, and why the best moments often come from the unexpected.

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If you care about driving — not just cars — this one’s for you.

This week on Shifted Opinions, we sit down with designer, Radwood co-founder, and Driving While Awesome host Lane Skelton for a raw, unfiltered conversation on car culture—past, present, and where it’s actually going.

We break down the real story behind Air|Water—from underwhelming show layouts to why it might be better understood as a trade show for Porsche enthusiasts. Plus, what most people completely missed.

Then we go deep into:

And finally—Lane takes us inside one of the most insane automotive experiences on the planet:

This is part car talk, part industry reality check—and all operator-level perspective.

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Dave Van Epps is days away from putting his brand-new 1,200-mile 2025 GT3RS on track at VIR for GT Smokies — and the nerves are real. Paul Kramer talks him off the ledge with hard-earned track wisdom, while Casey Parkin quietly reveals he's managing 14 auction cars, including a landmark 8-car RS collection drop on Bring a Trailer featuring multiple 991 RSes, a Ford GT Heritage Edition, a Ferrari Pista, and a Ferrari Speciale.

Also in this episode: the Malibu GT3RS rental that rolled down a cliff (and why traction control on modern Porsches is not optional), the hidden danger of full-leather dashes on Macans and 997s, Paul's long-running saga to rehab a 1971 911T Targa "El Fuego," the G50 vs. 915 transmission debate, whether mid-year 911s have already had their moment, and the best way to upgrade a Luxor beige interior without touching eBay.

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Are we overvaluing “perfect” cars?

In this episode, we break down the growing obsession with condition, Carfax reports, and collector mentality—and why it might be taking away from what makes car ownership special.

From GT4 ownership stories to real rally experiences, this conversation gets honest about:

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“We’re not sure, but cars are involved.”

We open this episode recognizing our rally friend Phil Bazell (@crocgt4) and the impact he’s had on the driving community.

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We start with a simple but powerful question:

Then the episode shifts into one of the wildest real-world stories we’ve covered.

A routine car sale uncovers a vehicle stolen in 1977—with mismatched VINs, duplicate titles, and a resolution nearly 50 years in the making.

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In this episode of Shifted Opinions, we’re joined by Shannon Harper, owner of Harper Porsche and creator of the Plática event.

This conversation looks at how Porsche culture is evolving—through dealerships, builds, and community-driven experiences. Using Harper Porsche as a case study, we explore what separates a standard dealership from one that creates real enthusiast engagement.

From restoration philosophy to the rise of Plática, this episode highlights the growing importance of storytelling, creativity, and connection in today’s Porsche world.

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