I wanted to share the cars I personally own. What if any work there is to do on them in future videos that maybe coming to the channel as well as the car/cars I am looking to add in short order.
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Summary
The episode is a personal update on the host’s current car collection, planned projects, road-trip plans, and the possibility of adding another classic Ford to the garage.
2022 Mustang Mach 1
The 2022 Mustang Mach 1 is the host’s primary rally car and is also used for track days. He already has a July track date scheduled at Gingerman Raceway in Michigan and expects to add more events.
Despite considering long-tube headers, he has decided against modifying the car because the installation would be extensive and the horsepower gains relatively small. Overall, he is extremely happy with the Mach 1 as it is and plans simply to drive and enjoy it.
1968 Mustang
The 1968 Mustang is largely original, retaining its original paint, chrome, trim and mostly original interior. It has received some brake and engine modifications over the years, but the host wants to clean up several areas while preserving its original character rather than performing a full restoration.
Planned work includes:
- Replacing the current Champion radiator with a black aluminum radiator that looks more factory-original.
- Replacing the custom radiator bracket with an OEM-style piece.
- Cleaning up the firewall.
- Refurbishing the dealer-installed air-conditioning system so it works again.
- Replacing worn-out A/C components, including the compressor and lines as necessary.
- Cleaning up or possibly replating the factory airbox.
The car received a new side stripe the previous year, which the host feels turned out particularly well. He also plans to take the Mustang to the Carlisle Ford Nationals during the summer.
2018 Fiat 124 Spider
The 2018 Fiat 124 Spider belongs to the host’s wife. His involvement is primarily maintenance and cleaning. There are no major modifications planned.
The couple enjoys taking it out on nice days with the top down and has even driven it across the country twice. However, the host emphasizes that the Spider isn't particularly comfortable for extended road trips because of its cramped driving position. He recommends taking frequent breaks on long highway drives.
Road-Trip Cars
Long-distance road trips are an important part of the host's automotive activities. He has previously driven a 1970 Mustang Mach 1 across the country twice, including trips from Reno, Nevada, to Pennsylvania and from Pennsylvania to Nebraska.
He also drove a 1977 Ford Maverick with a 250-cubic-inch six-cylinder and automatic transmission across the country. While comfortable enough, the Maverick struggled to maintain highway speeds above roughly 70 mph. That became particularly uncomfortable on western highways where speed limits reach 90 mph and large trucks travel even faster.
These experiences have prompted him to search for another classic Ford that would be comfortable, reliable and capable of keeping pace with modern highway traffic.
Potential New Addition
The host doesn't want to use the 1968 Mustang for long-distance trips because it has only 41,000 miles, is largely original, and could be exposed to bad weather and road hazards during a cross-country journey.
He's considering two potential replacements:
- 1986–1988 Ford Thunderbird Sport — preferably with the 302 V8 and four-speed automatic.
- 1986–1992 Lincoln Mark VII — also equipped with a 302 and automatic transmission, offering more luxury features and potentially better long-distance comfort.
The Mark VII particularly appeals to him because of its equipment and comfort, including air conditioning, although he recognizes that the additional systems could create more potential problems.
Overall Takeaway
The episode is essentially a garage and future-plans update. The host is satisfied with his newer Mach 1, wants to sympathetically clean up and preserve his mostly original 1968 Mustang, and has no major plans for his wife's Fiat Spider. His main goal for the coming year is finding a suitable classic Ford for cross-country road trips — one that combines vintage character with enough performance, comfort and equipment to handle modern highways.
He ends by asking viewers to weigh in on whether the Thunderbird Sport or Lincoln Mark VII would make the better road-trip car, or suggest another Ford, Lincoln or Mercury model he should consider.