SwitchCast

por Doug Tabbutt

Comedia Automotriz

Temporada 6

The Best and Worst Auction Results of 2025

Resources used in this episode: https://www.thedrive.com/news/nissan-skyline-gt-r-owners-suing-laguna-seca-after-negligent-tractor-driver-smashes-cars-during-red-flag Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates, check out our website: https://switchcast.live/ Please visit our sponsors: https://sheffieldwatches.com/ - mention "SWITCHCAST" https://www.nuts4sticks.com/ - discount code "SWITCHCAST" for 10% discount https://switchcars.com https://epicvin.com/?a_aid=vvttz3hc9ogvd- the supplemental vehicle history reports you really need. Use our affiliate link! https://solonspine.com/ - Are you crooked? Solon Spine will straighten you out! Follow our socials: https://www.facebook.com/SwitchcarsInc https://www.tiktok.com/@switchcarsdoug https://www.instagram.com/switchcars

Deposits for Holding Cars & Another Car Dealer Goes to Jail

Taking deposits to hold cars for buyers is something that's hotly debated in the car industry (believe it or not) - let's get into why deposits matter. Plus, a Pennsylvania car dealer goes to jail. Resources/articles referenced in this episode: https://www.justice.gov/usao-mdpa/pr/harrisburg-drug-trafficker-sentenced-20-years-prison-trafficking-marijuana-and-cocaine Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates, check out our website: https://switchcast.live/ Please visit our sponsors: https://sheffieldwatches.com/ - mention "SWITCHCAST" https://www.nuts4sticks.com/ - discount code "SWITCHCAST" for 10% discount https://switchcars.com https://epicvin.com/?a_aid=vvttz3hc9ogvd- the supplemental vehicle history reports you really need. Use our affiliate link! https://solonspine.com/ - Are you crooked? Solon Spine will straighten you out! Follow our socials: https://www.facebook.com/SwitchcarsInc https://www.tiktok.com/@switchcarsdoug https://www.instagram.com/switchcars

Doug Needs to Vent & Cars as an Asset Class

Doug needs to vent about the "joys" of business ownership. Plus well discuss the real risks and real downsides of collector cars going up in value at an astronomical rate. Resources/articles referenced in this episode: https://www.cheatsheet.com/news/missy-elliotts-300k-lamborghini-was-wrecked-by-a-joyride.html/ https://www.carscoops.com/2025/12/nissan-just-confirmed-twice-the-nismos-and-a-mystery-sports-car/ Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates, check out our website: https://switchcast.live/ Please visit our sponsors: https://sheffieldwatches.com/ - mention "SWITCHCAST" https://www.nuts4sticks.com/ - discount code "SWITCHCAST" for 10% discount https://switchcars.com https://epicvin.com/?a_aid=vvttz3hc9ogvd- the supplemental vehicle history reports you really need. Use our affiliate link! https://solonspine.com/ - Are you crooked? Solon Spine will straighten you out! Follow our socials: https://www.facebook.com/SwitchcarsInc https://www.tiktok.com/@switchcarsdoug https://www.instagram.com/switchcars

Lucid Isn't Liquid & the Reality of LS Swaps

We read an article recently (linked below) doing a deep dive into Lucid's finances and, man, it reads like a comedy. Also, Tyler walks us through the reality of "just LS swap it." Resources/articles referenced in this episode: https://ssoreport.com/a-look-at-lucid https://www.sikky.com/rx7turnkey/ Flop of the week: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRi3MaggG38/ Prop of the week: skoda-storyboard.com/en/skoda-world/rally-champion-fuel-efficiency-record-holder/ Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates, check out our website: https://switchcast.live/ Please visit our sponsors: https://sheffieldwatches.com/ - mention "SWITCHCAST" https://www.nuts4sticks.com/ - discount code "SWITCHCAST" for 10% discount https://switchcars.com https://epicvin.com/?a_aid=vvttz3hc9ogvd- the supplemental vehicle history reports you really need. Use our affiliate link! https://solonspine.com/ - Are you crooked? Solon Spine will straighten you out! Follow our socials: https://www.facebook.com/SwitchcarsInc https://www.tiktok.com/@switchcarsdoug https://www.instagram.com/switchcars

Stick Swaps & Why Driving Manual Makes You a Safer Driver

Are stick swaps worth it? In today's age of cars where everyone cars about ROI, it's a question we get a ton, so let's discuss it. Resources/articles referenced in this episode: https://www.thedrive.com/news/he-turned-his-miata-into-a-side-hustle-by-teaching-enthusiasts-to-drive-stick-hell-pay-you-to-do-the-same https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/family-relationships/article/distracted-driving-is-a-real-problem-for-teens-these-parents-think-theyve-found-the-solution-110001619.html?guccounter=2 Flop of the week: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRi3MaggG38/ Prop of the week: skoda-storyboard.com/en/skoda-world/rally-champion-fuel-efficiency-record-holder/ Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates, check out our website: https://switchcast.live/ Please visit our sponsors: https://sheffieldwatches.com/ - mention "SWITCHCAST" https://www.nuts4sticks.com/ - discount code "SWITCHCAST" for 10% discount https://switchcars.com https://epicvin.com/?a_aid=vvttz3hc9ogvd- the supplemental vehicle history reports you really need. Use our affiliate link! https://solonspine.com/ - Are you crooked? Solon Spine will straighten you out! Follow our socials: https://www.facebook.com/SwitchcarsInc https://www.tiktok.com/@switchcarsdoug https://www.instagram.com/switchcars

How Tariffs are Affecting the Car Market

Let's talk about how tariffs are impacting the car market for both classic cars and used cars. Articles mentioned in this episode: https://www.wsj.com/business/autos/american-consumers-have-had-it-with-high-car-prices-0eb23424?st=eKFAJ5&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ford-general-motors-disturbing-news-143300807.html https://niada.com/dashboard/senate-committee-to-hold-hearing-on-automobile-affordability-in-january/ https://www.wcshipping.com/blog/2025-us-car-import-trends-countries-car-shipping-insights Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates, check out our website: https://switchcast.live/ Please visit our sponsors: https://sheffieldwatches.com/ - mention "SWITCHCAST" https://www.nuts4sticks.com/ - discount code "SWITCHCAST" for 10% discount https://switchcars.com https://epicvin.com/?a_aid=vvttz3hc9ogvd- the supplemental vehicle history reports you really need. Use our affiliate link! https://solonspine.com/ - Are you crooked? Solon Spine will straighten you out! Follow our socials: https://www.facebook.com/SwitchcarsInc https://www.tiktok.com/@switchcarsdoug https://www.instagram.com/switchcars

Estate Auctions, Hyundai, and "Right to Repair"

We talk a ton about auctions, but we've never discussed Estate Auctions specifically. Let's dive into the nature of these things. Plus, Tyler will go over how the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is trying to restrict drivers from replacing their own brakes. Articles mentioned in this episode: https://www.thedrive.com/news/replacing-brake-pads-on-a-hyundai-ioniq-5-n-requires-a-professional-mechanics-login Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates, check out our website: https://switchcast.live/ Please visit our sponsors: https://sheffieldwatches.com/ - mention "SWITCHCAST" https://www.nuts4sticks.com/ - discount code "SWITCHCAST" for 10% discount https://switchcars.com https://epicvin.com/?a_aid=vvttz3hc9ogvd- the supplemental vehicle history reports you really need. Use our affiliate link! https://solonspine.com/ - Are you crooked? Solon Spine will straighten you out! Follow our socials: https://www.facebook.com/SwitchcarsInc https://www.tiktok.com/@switchcarsdoug https://www.instagram.com/switchcars

The End of Pitt Race and Porsche's "Tunnel Mode"

Pitt Race has gone away to make way for an AI Data Center, and they're auctioning off literally everything, down to the urinals. Also, Porsche has announced a new "tunnel mode" and, holy smokes, is it lame. Articles mentioned in this episode: https://savepittrace.org/index.html https://savepittrace.org/content/Artificial%20Intelligence%20and%20the%20Data%20Center%20Paradox.pdf https://www.autoblog.com/news/porsches-tunnel-mode-is-proof-they-understand-driving-joy-better-than-anyone Link to the auction: https://www.kikoauctions.com/auctions/pittsburgh-international-race-complex-karts-cars-equipment Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates, check out our website: https://switchcast.live/ Please visit our sponsors: https://sheffieldwatches.com/ - mention "SWITCHCAST" https://www.nuts4sticks.com/ - discount code "SWITCHCAST" for 10% discount https://switchcars.com https://epicvin.com/?a_aid=vvttz3hc9ogvd- the supplemental vehicle history reports you really need. Use our affiliate link! https://solonspine.com/ - Are you crooked? Solon Spine will straighten you out! Follow our socials: https://www.facebook.com/SwitchcarsInc https://www.tiktok.com/@switchcarsdoug https://www.instagram.com/switchcars

The Hot Crazy Matrix for Cars

Tyler has put together a graph depicting the relationship between price and mileage; it ended up becoming the Hot Crazy Matrix for Cars Articles mentioned in this episode: https://www.freightwaves.com/news/shaquille-oneals-180000-range-rover-stolen-in-suspected-transport-scam Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates, check out our website: https://switchcast.live/ Please visit our sponsors: https://sheffieldwatches.com/ - mention "SWITCHCAST" https://www.nuts4sticks.com/ - discount code "SWITCHCAST" for 10% discount https://switchcars.com https://epicvin.com/?a_aid=vvttz3hc9ogvd- the supplemental vehicle history reports you really need. Use our affiliate link! https://solonspine.com/ - Are you crooked? Solon Spine will straighten you out! Follow our socials: https://www.facebook.com/SwitchcarsInc https://www.tiktok.com/@switchcarsdoug https://www.instagram.com/switchcars

This Porsche 911 GT3 RS Auction Was a Disaster

Every once in a while, we'll cover auction results on the podcast and, boy oh boy, was there a doozy this past week. Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates, check out our website: https://switchcast.live/ Please visit our sponsors: https://sheffieldwatches.com/ - mention "SWITCHCAST" https://www.nuts4sticks.com/ - discount code "SWITCHCAST" for 10% discount https://switchcars.com https://epicvin.com/?a_aid=vvttz3hc9ogvd- the supplemental vehicle history reports you really need. Use our affiliate link! https://solonspine.com/ - Are you crooked? Solon Spine will straighten you out! Follow our socials: https://www.facebook.com/SwitchcarsInc https://www.tiktok.com/@switchcarsdoug https://www.instagram.com/switchcars

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