Episodes

  • This Is a STREET-LEGAL Formula Car (Yes, Really) — RYN Motors Founder EXPLAINS Everything

    This Is a STREET-LEGAL Formula Car (Yes, Really) — RYN Motors Founder EXPLAINS Everything
    Jan 10 2026
    A street-legal formula car sounds like internet nonsense. Until you meet Caleb Borgstrom. In this episode of Full Throttle Talk, Tim Harris sits down with one of the founders of RYN Motors to tear apart one of the most unreasonable automotive ideas in years — and why it might actually work. This isn’t a concept render. This isn’t a YouTube kit car. This is a real, engineered, road-registrable, formula-style machine built by someone who got tired of being told, “That’s impossible.” In this episode, we get into the uncomfortable questions: Why Caleb refused to accept that formula cars should be track-only The exact moment this went from a sketch to “we’re actually building this” Chassis, suspension, engine, and gearbox decisions nobody agrees on The hardest engineering and regulatory problems — and how they reshaped the car Lap times vs. reliability vs. drivability (something always loses) What “street legal” really means in the real world Who should absolutely NOT buy this car Pricing, customization limits, delivery reality, and long-term support This conversation isn’t marketing fluff. It’s about tradeoffs, consequences, and obsession — the stuff most founders won’t say out loud. If you’re tired of: Overweight supercars Track toys that can’t survive real use “Driver’s cars” built by committees …this episode is for you. Subscribe to Full Throttle Talk for unfiltered conversations with the builders who refuse to play it safe. Connect with Us Paul Kramer 714-335-4911paul@autokennel.com Instagram / Facebook: @autokennel David Van Epps 704-799-7680dave@sonderwerks.com Instagram / Facebook: @sonderwerks Tim Harris 512-758-0206 (text only)tim@timandjulieharris.com
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • 25-Year Rule Imports, 2026 Performance Cars & BAT Market Truths | Full Throttle Talk

    25-Year Rule Imports, 2026 Performance Cars & BAT Market Truths | Full Throttle Talk
    Jan 7 2026
    This week on Full Throttle Talk, we kick off the new year with one of our most wide-ranging—and opinionated—episodes yet. We cover the return of legendary roads as The Snake in Malibu reopens after seven years, along with the first real twisty-road shakedown of a rally-prepped air-cooled 911. There’s also a New Year’s Day drive in a Ferrari 296 GTS, where the steering wheel haptics controversy is finally settled. We dig into recent GT3 RS outings, the revival of a 964 C4, and why analog still matters more than ever. In automotive news, we share an FTT exclusive on RYN Motors and ask the question nobody else seems to be asking: can a Formula-style car for the road actually work? We also discuss the rumored return of the Toyota GR MR2 and Arizona’s very real attempt at building its own version of an Autobahn. Looking ahead to 2026, we talk about cars that are actually worth paying attention to, including the Caterham Project V, the Toyota GR MR2, the Corvette C8 ZR1X, and why the Porsche GT2 RS still counts. The 25-year rule takes center stage with newly eligible icons, including the Porsche 996 GT3 RS (EU), Ferrari 550 Barchetta, RUF RTurbo, Renault Clio V6, and Honda Integra Type R (DC5). We also break down what’s really happening in the market, including no-reserve versus no-sale auctions on Bring a Trailer, Speedster values finally waking up, and what’s truly winning—and losing—heading into 2026. Plus listener questions, aftermarket body quality debates, and why details still matter. No hype. No influencer nonsense. Just real car ownership, market insight, and strong opinions. Connect with us. Paul Kramer, 714-335-4911, paul@autokennel.com, Instagram and Facebook @autokennel David Van Epps, 704-799-7680, dave@sonderwerks.com, Instagram and Facebook @sonderwerks Tim Harris, 512-758-0206 (text only), tim@timandjulieharris.com
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    2 hrs and 17 mins
  • I WON A SIM RACE?! Porsche Goals, Wild News, $2M Rally Car & New Year Automotive Chaos | Full Throttle Talk

    I WON A SIM RACE?! Porsche Goals, Wild News, $2M Rally Car & New Year Automotive Chaos | Full Throttle Talk
    Jan 2 2026
    Welcome back to Full Throttle Talk — the automotive show for people who probably need a financial advisor, a driving coach, and fewer cars bookmarked on Bring a Trailer. This week: Tim wins a SIM race (we checked — hell is still warm, but not frozen) Paul drives the GT3 to Good Vibes / Newcombs like a pilgrimage to Mecca… but with more tire smoke Dave lists the Talbot Yellow ’79 SC on BaT and the internet is already fighting in the comments A Puerto Rican collector sends a Carrera GT back to Porsche and gets a full Sonderwunsch rebuild with Salzburg livery 🤯 The ID. Buzz quietly takes a nap until 2026 A tragic crash in a Ferrari 296 GTS claims the life of Vince Zampella And we make 2026 automotive New Year’s resolutions we are 100% not qualified to achieve CONNECT WITH US Paul Kramer — 714-335-4911 | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠paul@autokennel.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Instagram/FB: @autokennel David Van Epps — 704-799-7680 | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dave@sonderwerks.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Instagram/FB: @sonderwerks Tim Harris — 512-758-0206 (text only) | ⁠tim@timandjulieharris.com⁠
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    2 hrs and 6 mins
  • Full Throttle Christmas: One Car from Santa, GT3 Dreams & 2026 Resolutions

    Full Throttle Christmas: One Car from Santa, GT3 Dreams & 2026 Resolutions
    Dec 17 2025
    $130K budget, hacked Porsches, Bring a Trailer deep dive, and the ultimate holiday “This or That” Ho ho hold my torque wrench—this week on Full Throttle Talk, we’re wrapping up the year at full throttle We start with What Did You Do in Cars This Week? including: A visit to one of the most incredible private car collections we’ve ever seen (no photos allowed—yes, it’s killing us) Targa Bar, vintage 911 prep, and a real-world discussion about mileage, wear, and why nearly every classic 911 has that gearbox story In Automotive News, things escalate quickly: Modern Porsches in Russia reportedly rendered inoperable via software attacks—what this means for connected cars worldwide Porsche unveils the ultra-limited 911 GT3 90 F.A. Porsche—$400K+, Sonderwunsch excess, Oak Green–inspired details, and instant-collectible status Fiat Topolino and micro-mobility madness—are we really headed here? Topic of the Week:A full Bring a Trailer deep dive—what’s hot, what’s peaking, and what might already be gone forever. Christmas Edition: This or ThatSanta says you’ve been good. You get ONE car.Total budget: $130,000.Yes—it can be a 911. Carrera T? 991.1 GT3? 718 GT4? Air-cooled Targa? Police tribute SC?We debate. You decide. We wrap with listener questions and feedback—from 911 credibility earned live on air to thoughtful takes on market segments, Targa values, BMW CSL temptations, and heartfelt holiday notes from the community. Bonus Segment:Our Top 3 Automotive New Year’s Resolutions for 2026– The car you’re finally buying– The project you’re finishing– The YOLO trip that has to happen Merry Christmas, thank you for being part of this community, and we’ll see you in 2026 at redline. Drop your $130K Christmas car pick in the comments Like, subscribe, and share with your car friends CONNECT WITH US Paul Kramer — 714-335-4911 | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠paul@autokennel.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Instagram/FB: @autokennel⁠⁠⁠⁠ David Van Epps — 704-799-7680 | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dave@sonderwerks.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Instagram/FB: @sonderwerks Tim Harris — 512-758-0206 (text only) | ⁠tim@timandjulieharris.com⁠
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    2 hrs and 9 mins
  • Battle of the Alpinas: The 2-Car Garage Challenge + ICE Comeback? | Full Throttle Talk Podcast

    Battle of the Alpinas: The 2-Car Garage Challenge + ICE Comeback? | Full Throttle Talk Podcast
    Dec 10 2025
    Welcome back to Full Throttle Talk, where car culture meets deep–cut enthusiast nerdery. This week: We debate whether the ICE revival is already happening We go down the rabbit hole of Alpina history, value, and hidden greatness And we battle it out designing the perfect 2-car Alpina garage (daily + weekend, no budget) 🧰 What We Did in Cars: Tim goes Alfa, Paul reunites with his GT3, Casey hustles listings + space rentals, and David double-dips Porsche toy drives. 📰 Automotive News: Toyota GR GT twin-turbo V8 (641 hp!!) Trump policy move → microcars in USA? Kei-car sports platforms coming to America? New streaming platform “Driven” announced 🔍 Alpina Deep Dive: Why the market misunderstands them Why BMW enthusiasts secretly worship them Why values might quietly rocket Why the Z8 Alpina is so misunderstood 🎮 This or That: The 2-car Alpina dream garages go head-to-head. Winner gets FTT sticker supremacy. Drop your votes and comments below!
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    2 hrs and 7 mins
  • Restomods Under $500K, Amazon Sells Fords, FBI CLK-GTR Drama & The Underpriced Porsche Episode

    Restomods Under $500K, Amazon Sells Fords, FBI CLK-GTR Drama & The Underpriced Porsche Episode
    Dec 3 2025
    This week on Full Throttle Talk, we’re covering everything from restomods under $500K to Amazon entering the auto market, plus the wild FBI seizure of a 1-of-6 Mercedes CLK-GTR Roadster worth $13M. We also brought the This or That: Underpriced Edition, where we dug up real auction sales that were shockingly low — including 964 Speedsters, 997.2 GTS Cabs, 928 GTS unicorns, and more. Also inside:• What we drove this week• Porsche 914 GT builds worth buying• Kamm 912c deep dive• 964 GS Manufaktur restomod• Smart Crossblade madness• Undervalued collector cars from BaT, PCar, and Cars & Bids Perfect for Porsche fans, car collectors, market watchers, and anyone who loves the hunt for undervalued metal. CONNECT WITH US Paul Kramer — 714-335-4911 | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠paul@autokennel.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Instagram/FB: @autokennel 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
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    2 hrs and 13 mins
  • Thanksgiving Special! Air-Cooled Porsche Picks, Porsche News, GMA S1 LM $20M Sale & How to Love the Cars You Own

    Thanksgiving Special! Air-Cooled Porsche Picks, Porsche News, GMA S1 LM $20M Sale & How to Love the Cars You Own
    Nov 26 2025
    🦃 Happy Thanksgiving, FTT Crew! This week’s Full Throttle Talk is a holiday feast of Porsche news, wild shop stories, a $20.6M GMA S1 LM sale, a listener question that gets painfully honest (“How do you stay happy with the cars you own?”), AND our Air-Cooled Porsche “This or That” under $150K. This is the perfect Thanksgiving episode: equal parts gratitude, chaos, and questionable financial decisions. 🔧 Segment #1: What We Did in Cars This Week Tim takes a Ferrari 296 GT3 from 20th → 2nd at Mid-Ohio (sim). Paul returns to driving post-surgery with La Tortuga + a Gulf Blue ’74. Casey bonds with the 911. David revives a battered 911 dubbed “Panda,” sells it, then discovers a pre-delivery transmission surprise. Moral: Don’t buy sight-unseen. Ever. 📰 Segment #2: Automotive News Porsche Sonderwunsch Cayenne drama (designer hot take inside). GMA S1 LM sells for $20.6M. VW’s “Azul” Magic Bus returns after the Palisades fires. Alpina B8 deep-dive by Hagerty. Hyundai’s new Magma Concept—big vibes, big questions. 💭 Listener Question: “How do you stay happy with the cars you own?” We get real about fizz, purpose, emotional attachment, and the dangerous influence of other enthusiasts. ⚖️ This or That: Two air-cooled Porsches under $150K you'd keep for 5–10 years. Conda Green 911S, America Roadster, Dolphin Grey ’66, Eddie Irvine’s old 930, Aventura Green 993, and more. 👇 Want to be featured? Drop your questions in the comments or DM us on IG. We read everything. Even the unhinged stuff. CONNECT WITH US: Paul Kramer — 714-335-4911 | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠paul@autokennel.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | IG/FB: @autokennel 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
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    1 hr and 45 mins
  • The AMG Hammer, Free Cars for 2026 & Uncle Waldo’s $1.2M Porsche Problem

    The AMG Hammer, Free Cars for 2026 & Uncle Waldo’s $1.2M Porsche Problem
    Nov 19 2025
    This week on Full Throttle Talk:We drive a pre-merger AMG Hammer, debate 997.1 vs 997.2, break down which cars you can drive for FREE in 2026, and dive into the Montana-plate tax-evasion mess (WhistlinDiesel edition). Plus:• MTM Pangaea GT — modern classics getting a second life?• Listener Q&A: high-mile GTS? paintwork? bottomed-out modern Porsches?• Rally basics — how to find one, prep for one, and not be “that guy”• THIS OR THAT: The Uncle Waldo Edition — build the ultimate $1.2M Porsche two-car garage before cousin Chester blows the leftovers on Pokémon cards Drop your questions for next week in the comments or DM us on IG. #Porsche #FullThrottleTalk #997 #AMGHammer #GT4 #CarPodcast CONNECT WITH US Paul Kramer — 714-335-4911 | paul@autokennel.com | Instagram/FB: @autokennelCasey Parkin — casey@groupccuration.comDavid Van Epps — 704-799-7680 | dave@sonderwerks.com | Instagram/FB: @sonderwerksTim Harris — 512-758-0206 (text only) | tim@timandjulieharris.com
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    1 hr and 59 mins