In this episode, we sit down with Marcos Flores, the man behind the HIGHEST MILEAGE McLAREN GT IN THE WORLD (124,500 miles and counting!). From hitting 210 MPH on public roads to driving through the hood in a supercar, Marcos shares stories that will blow your mind!

WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER:

• How he put 125,000 miles on a McLaren GT (and it's still running!)
• Hitting 210 MPH with a 10-14 mph headwind at 4,000 ft elevation
• 202 MPH in an Audi RS7 with 4 people and luggage
• Behind-the-scenes rally stories with DDE (Daily Driven Exotics)
• McLaren GT reliability secrets from a guy who ACTUALLY drives it
• Growing up with a fake identity until age 13
• Ultima racing at the Freedom Factory
• Why he drives his $200K+ McLaren everywhere (including rough neighborhoods)
• Jiu-jitsu black belt stories and self-defense philosophy
• Running 130+ jiu-jitsu tournaments across the US

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MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• DDE (Daily Driven Exotics) with Damon and Dave
• Freedom Factory (Cleetus McFarland)
• Roden Speed Industries (Sean, McLaren specialist)
• Gold Rush Rally
• Legends Rally

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Franco, Ferlan, and James are back for Episode 18 with no guests, just the OG3 talking cars, celebrities, and expensive mistakes. We dive into why John Cena is the coolest celebrity car guy, debate whether the Strad Man's Batcave garage is worth the hype, and Franco reveals his RS3 has been in the shop for three weeks with a tune bill that'll make you wince.

We also get into why none of us would buy a Bugatti even if we could afford it, celebrity car encounters with Shaq, Mike O'Hearn potentially coming on the show, and Justin Gatlin calls in mid-episode. Plus, Ferlan drops knowledge about balancing wealth and actually living your life, James talks about expensive car problems with a McLaren P1, and we tease the most controversial episode yet for Episode 19.

This one goes off the rails in the best way possible. No structure, just real talk about cars, money, family, and why some of us know way too many celebrities.

Key Topics:

John Cena at Tampa car shows and his FL5 Civic Type R

The Strad Man's insane underground Batcave garage

Franco's RS3 nightmare: $4400 tune, coding issues, and catless downpipe problems

Why we'd never own a Bugatti (and their Volkswagen key)

Celebrity car culture: Jay Leno, Jerry Seinfeld, and Mike O'Hearn

Shaq stories and potential future guests

Life lessons about wealth vs. quality time with family

Motorcycles, expensive car ownership, and more

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The boys sit down with Andreas from 9 Sport Motor Works, the Porsche specialist who refuses to touch anything that isn't a Porsche. In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Porsche ownership, pricing controversies, and why some of the most iconic models like the 997 GT2 RS tanked in value before skyrocketing.

We discuss classic air-cooled 911s, including a stunning 1967 911 S, the controversial pricing of modern GT3s, and why Andreas turned down working on everything from BMWs to Rolls-Royces. Plus, hear wild stories from the local car scene including Lambo Joe, Uncle Alex, and Bernie with his sticker-covered F8 Tributo.

Topics Covered:

Why Porsche GT2s lost value instantly off the lot

Working on a pristine 1967 911 S time capsule

The 1994 993 Turbo that started a love affair

Are Porsches overpriced? The GT3 pricing debate

Why 9 Sport Motor Works only works on Porsches

Local Orlando car scene personalities and stories

Classic air-cooled Porsches vs modern models

Special shoutout to Joe and Julie, Uncle Alex, Lee, and Bernie from the local car community.

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Billy returns to Shift Talkers with his wife Tanya for an episode packed with wild automotive confessions. From spray painting damaged rental cars before returning them to trading in cars with serious hidden damage, the hosts and guests share their most questionable dealership experiences.

In this episode, Franco, James, and Ferlan discuss the controversial pink GT3 RS customization trend, debate how much is too much to spend on wheels, and dive deep into the shady side of car buying and selling. Billy shares the story of getting scammed on his first Porsche purchase from a dealership that sold him a car that went under a trailer truck, Tanya reveals her spray paint rental car fix, and the crew discusses a local case of odometer fraud that resulted in federal charges.

Plus, Billy's unexpected friendship with Tampa Bay Buccaneers player Bucky Irving over Louis Vuitton shoes, Ferlan's college days as a stripper named Chocolate Sundae, and why you should never buy a car from certain cities.

WARNING: This episode contains mature themes, strong language, and discussions of questionable activities. Viewer discretion advised.

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In this explosive episode of Shift Talkers, Franco, James, and Ferlan welcome special guest Billy, a 64-year-old bodybuilding champion with connections to organized crime and some absolutely wild automotive stories. From getting shot at while driving his Porsche 930 Turbo Slant Nose to having his stereo stolen by a notorious thief, Billy's car tales will leave you speechless.

We also dive into the stunning 2026 MR2 concept art, debate Porsche GT2 RS vs Lamborghini SVJ performance, discuss the new Florida super speeder laws, and share our thoughts on electric supercars like the Porsche Taycan. Plus, Tony announces his departure from the show as we search for our next co-host.

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In this explosive episode of The Shift Talkers, we sit down with the multi-talented Renee Michelle - professional wrestler, stunt actress, and bodybuilder who appeared in Fast & Furious: Tokyo Drift! This powerhouse guest opens up about her incredible journey from hot import nights modeling to working on major Hollywood films.

What You'll Discover:

How Renee landed her role in Tokyo Drift and what it was really like on set

Behind-the-scenes stories from Transformers and other major film productions

Why her first car was a manual 1990 Porsche and how she learned to drift

Life as a WWE wrestler married to Drake Maverick (formerly Rockstar Spud)

Her diverse martial arts background including Muay Thai, Taekwondo, and Capoeira

The reality of bodybuilding competitions and extreme cutting phases

Hilarious cultural differences between British and American automotive terminology

Renee shares incredible stories about the car culture scene, the importance of learning manual transmission, and what it takes to succeed in the demanding worlds of professional wrestling and Hollywood stunt work. Plus, the guys dive deep into automotive discussions about manual vs automatic transmissions and why most of the world still drives stick shift.

Don't miss this entertaining blend of cars, Hollywood insider stories, and wrestling tales that you won't hear anywhere else!

Hashtags:

#TokyoDrift #FastAndFurious #WWE #ProfessionalWrestling #StuntActress #CarPodcast #AutomotivePodcast #ManualTransmission #Porsche #Hollywood #CarCulture #Bodybuilding #MartialArts #DriftCars #TheShiftTalkers #CarTalk #WrestlingStories #MovieStunts #CarEnthusiast #PodcastLife

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In this explosive episode of The Shift Talkers, we sit down with Sam Rodriguez, a 21-year-old driving prodigy who's been tearing up the streets in his dad's Porsche 991.2 GT3 since he was 17. Sam shares incredible stories about catching air on I-4, learning to drift through video games, and why his F80 BMW M3 with 115,000 miles is the perfect drift machine.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

• How Sam learned advanced driving techniques from Gran Turismo and video games
• The time he caught air in a GT3 on his first drive home from the dealership
• Why the F80 M3 is the ultimate beginner drift car
• Sam's Sole Performance exhaust setup that inspired multiple GT3 owners
• Hilarious car show encounters and the 16-year-old who wanted his number
• Father-son car relationships and why Jorge Rodriguez trusts Sam with supercars
• The worst cars that gave our hosts endless headaches
• Rally driving stories and close calls with the law

Sam proves that age is just a number when it comes to driving skill, handling everything from his family's Lamborghini SVJ to track days at Sebring. This kid has more seat time in supercars than most people twice his age.

Don't miss Franco, James, Tony, and Ferlan roasting each other about their worst car purchases while Sam drops knowledge about carbon ceramic brakes, titanium exhausts, and why manual transmissions are becoming anti-theft devices.

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Episode 12 tackles the harsh reality of Florida's automotive scene after new 100mph automatic jail laws effectively killed organized rallies. Ferlan seriously considers selling his Porsche GT3 since he can't legally enjoy what the car was built for, while the crew discusses how police escorts are no longer available due to liability concerns.

Meanwhile, Jenn reveals her supercar shopping journey, weighing a Ferrari 812 Superfast against a Lamborghini Huracan. The conversation covers everything from dealership experiences and depreciation concerns to why appearance matters in business. Franco continues defending his Audi RS3 from Altima jokes, and James explores trading his sports car for something more practical like a truck.

The episode dives deep into car culture's current challenges, from speed restrictions making high-performance cars essentially unusable to the economics of owning supercars you can't legally push. Plus, hilarious stories about gym pranks, car shopping disasters, and why certain cars attract unwanted attention at meets.

This raw discussion captures the frustration many car enthusiasts face when passion meets reality in today's regulatory environment.

Featured Cars: Ferrari 812 Superfast, Lamborghini Huracan, Porsche 991 GT3, Audi RS3, Lotus Emira, Bentley Bentayga, BMW M4

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The Shift Talkers crew takes on the ultimate $75K car buying challenge! Franco, James, Ferlan, and special guest Jenn each pick their dream 3-car garage: a daily driver, classic car, and sports car - but can they stay within budget?

🚗 THE PICKS REVEALED:

Franco's German obsession strikes again with GTI, Lancia Delta Integrale & BMW M3

Ferlan goes luxury comfort with Mercedes ML350, '72 Nova & AMG C63

James keeps it American with Honda Accord, '68 Camaro & Corvette C7 Z51

Jenn brings the trucks with Ford Excursion, '72 Corvette & Mustang Roush

PLUS: Wild car trading stories, racing track experiences, and why one host went $6K over budget! Jenn shares her racing family background and the crew debates whether luxury high-mileage beats reliable boring cars.

🎯 Featured Cars: BMW M3, Mercedes AMG C63, Chevrolet Corvette, Ford Mustang Roush, Lancia Delta Integrale, Honda Accord, Ford Excursion

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The Shift Talkers are back with Episode 10 and things get SPICY! Franco, James, Ferlan, and special guest Daniel dive deep into the most attractive women in automotive cinema history. From Fast & Furious franchises to classic Bond films, we're ranking the hottest actresses who made car movies unforgettable!

🎬 FEATURED DISCUSSIONS:

• Giselle Bundchen's iconic Taxi movie scene

• Fast & Furious leading ladies (Eva Mendes, Devon Aoki, Gal Gadot)

• Classic beauties: Daisy Duke, Bond girls, and Angelina Jolie

• Sydney Sweeney's controversial Mustang commercial

• Charlize Theron in The Italian Job

• Most iconic cars in movie history

🚗 PLUS: The guys reveal their rally driving playlists, debate the most iconic movie cars (DeLorean vs Eleanor vs KITT), and share hilarious personal stories from car meets and rallies.

👥 MEET THE HOSTS: Franco - Show owner and car enthusiast James - The young gun with strong opinions

Ferlan - Rally veteran and bodybuilding champion Daniel - Special guest with a built Lexus IS350

🎵 BONUS CONTENT: Music recommendations for driving, from System of a Down to house music, plus epic rally stories!

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