Once again, I have an episode that’s a little different from earlier episodes. Since July 2017 I’ve been able to attend several local car shows. When I go, I usually take photos of many of the vehicles displayed for my own enjoyment. Today what you’ll see are some pictures I took of the vehicles at…
Bluegrass on Ballard Car Show 2017
Today’s episode is a little different. It was July 2017 and I finally got a chance to go to a local car show. This car show is an annual event held in conjunction with a bluegrass music festival in downtown Wylie, Tx just before July 4th. What you’re going to see is a slide show…
The VW Convertible: First Ride for Frank McCarthy
Welcome to My First Ride Podcast. I’m your host, Gary Neidert. Today, I’m talking with Frank McCarthy. His first ride was a 1964 green VW convertible. But wait, my first ride was a 1964 green VW convertible. What gives? We’ll Frank was the third person for that vehicle to become a first ride. You see,…
Mustang GT California Special – My Next Mustang?
My first ride? You probably know by now it was a VW convertible that was British Racing green with a black top and chrome wheels. In episode 27 I talked about my first Mustang. A 1979 coupe. Today, I’m going to talk about what I would like to have as my next Mustang. Hello, I’m…
My First Mustang
My first ride? It was a VW convertible that was British Racing green with a black top and chrome wheels. Today I’m going to talk about my first Mustang. A 1979 coupe. Hello, I’m your host, Gary Neidert. Thanks for listening to and watching My First Ride Podcast. This podcast is about nostalgia. Automotive nostalgia….
Ed “Big Daddy” Roth, George Barris, and Von Dutch: The Hot Rod Big Three.
In this episode, I explore the fascinating world of hot rods and celebrate the “Big Three” who shaped the hot rod car culture. They are George Barris, the “King of the Kustomizers,”. Ed “Big Daddy” Roth, the audacious artist and creator of Rat Fink, and Von Dutch. The “Big Three” – George Barris, Ed “Big…
My First Ride Podcast: Looking back on 2022
To sum up My First Ride Podcast for 2022 here are some of my favorite automotive highlights: – Going three for three with my 2000 Toyota pickup in car shows. – Seeing friends at a car show I had not seen in years. – Getting to see the Viet Nam Mustang (https://youtu.be/0_eAS2Gf8vk) in person at…
What does Frank Sinatra, Marylin Monroe and NASCAR have in common?
This podcast is about nostalgia. Automotive nostalgia. You know, reliving the events, sights, smells, and emotions of special memories connected to our first rides. Said another way…it’s about allowing our memories to travel back in time and experience our special car moments all over again. So, let’s talk about what Frank Sinatra, Marylin Monroe and…
1st place! Old School is three for three in the car shows!
This podcast is about nostalgia. Automotive nostalgia. You know, reliving the events, sights, smells, and emotions of special memories connected to our first rides. Said another way…it’s about allowing our memories to travel back in time and experience our special car moments all over again. In episode 22 I told the story of going to…
Do I have a car show obsession?
Do I have a car show obsession? Hello, I’m your host, Gary Neidert. Thanks for listening to My First Ride Podcast. This podcast is about nostalgia. Automotive nostalgia. You know, reliving the events, sights, smells and emotions of special memories connected to our first rides. Said another way…it’s about allowing our memories to travel back…
More car shows. Over 200 mph in a ’57 Chevy!
Now that we’re in early spring of 2022, local car shows are running full blast. April 30th and May 1st it was car shows galore with two on Saturday and one Sunday afternoon. The first show I attended was at Dickie’s BBQ in Rowlett, TX. This was the first time to go to this show…
Spring 2022: Car Shows are Back
If you haven’t noticed yet, this podcast is about nostalgia. Automotive nostalgia. You know, reliving the events, sights, smells and emotions of special memories connected to our first rides. Said another way…it’s about allowing our memories to travel back in time and experience our special car moments all over again. The 2022 car show season…
Vickie Watson and her 1964 VW Convertible
If you haven’t noticed yet, these podcasts are about nostalgia. Automotive nostalgia. You know, reliving the events, sights, smells and emotions of special memories connected to our first rides. Said another way…it’s about allowing our memories to travel back in time and experience our special car moments all over again. A couple of years ago,…
Nicolas Morris and his First Gen Bronco and Chevy pickup
A first-generation Bronco. A C-10 Chevy four wheel drive. Possible barn finds? Today’s guest talks about his first ride adventures and brings us into the present with collecting pickups. If you haven’t noticed yet, this podcast is about nostalgia. Automotive nostalgia. You know, reliving the events, sights, smells and emotions of special memories connect to…
John Delorean and Lee Iococca: The Connection?
John Delorean, Lee Iococca. Two titans of the automotive industry. What did they do for the car world as we know it? Did you know there’s a connection between them? A bit of a stretch, but it’s interesting non the less. If you haven’t noticed yet, this podcast is about nostalgia. You know, reliving the…
The Honda Trail 90 grows up to become the CT125
The iconic Honda Trail 90, also called the CT90, grows up to become the CT125. What’s old is new again. If you haven’t noticed yet, this podcast is about nostalgia. You know, reliving the events, sights, smells and emotions of special memories connect to our first rides. Said another way…it’s about allowing our memories to…
Myers Manx VW Dune Buggy
What comes to mind when you think about California in the mid to late 60’s. Surfing, Beach Boys, fast boats? What about the Myers Manx VW Dune Buggy? During the mid to late 60’s, all kinds of recreation was available in California. Of course, surfing and the Beach Boys is top of mind. They recorded…
There’s a new kid in town
Do you remember the following lyrics from a famous Eagles song: There’s talk on the street, it sounds so familiar Great expectations everybody’s watching you People you meet, they all seem to know you Even your old friends treat you like you’re something new There’s a new kid in town… This episode is more about…
Dan Gurney. Lee Iacocca. 007 movies. Pace car for the Indy 500.
Dan Gurney. Lee Iococa. 007 movies. Pace car for the Indy 500. What do they all have in common? On April 17, 1964 the automotive world was rocked when a new vehicle was introduced. It was in at least two James Bond films: Thunderball and Goldfinger. Dan Gurney was a driver of the test car…
Air Cooled Engines- The VW Beetle
What do you remember about the cars from years past? You know, the 40’s, 50’s and 60’s. Stick with me for a few minutes while I go back in time and explore some great automotive memories. Lately I’ve been talking about different cars with air cooled engines: the Chevy Corvair, the 911 Porsche, the Tucker…
Air Cooled Engines- The Tucker??
What do you remember about the cars from years past? You know, the 40’s, 50’s and 60’s. Stick with me for a few minutes while I go back in time and explore some great automotive memories. March 30, 1947, a new and innovative car was introduced to America. An engineer that designed a gun turret…
Air Cooled Engines: The Last Air-Cooled Porsche
Welcome to My First Ride Podcast. Lately I’ve been talking about cars with air cooled engines. What a deal, not having to mess with coolant, busted radiator hoses and radiators! The air cooled cars I had in mind to talk about are the Chevy Corvair, the 911 Porsche, the Tucker (not really, but I’ll talk…
Air Cooled Engines: The Chevy Corvair
Do you remember your first ride? You know, the first mode of transportation that gave you a newfound freedom when you were younger? Stick with me for a few minutes while I go back in time and explore some great memories. Welcome to My First Ride Podcast. During the next four weeks, I’m going to…
American Motors and the AMX/3
Welcome to My First Ride Podcast. Today, I’m going back into the late 60’s and talk about a car you may have never heard about. The AMX/3. When doing the research for this episode, I discovered some very interesting information about American Motors Corporation. I know you’re going to enjoy this story. So, let’s get…
500,000th Chevy Corvette
Do you remember your first ride? You know, the first mode of transportation that gave you a newfound freedom when you were younger? Stick with me for a few minutes while I go back in time and explore some great memories. Welcome to My First Ride Podcast. Today, we’re going back in time to celebrate…
Pontiac Trans Am Introduced 1969
Welcome to My First Ride Podcast. Today, we’re going back in time to when the Pontiac Firebird Trans Am was introduced fifty-two years ago on March 8. I think you’re going to enjoy this story of the beginnings of the Pontiac Firebird. Go to 365daysofmotoring.com to read the Trans Am article. For more detailed information…
Alex Guthrie of Remodel Revolution and His First Ride
Do you remember your first ride? You know, the first mode of transportation that gave you a newfound freedom when you were younger? Stick with me for a few minutes while I go back in time with my guest and explore some great memories. Welcome to My First Ride Podcast. Today, I’m talking with Alex…
Why I Started My First Ride Podcast
Welcome to My First Ride Podcast. Today, I talk about a story that influenced my decision to start this podcast. A few years ago, I started thinking about developing a podcast centered around people and their cars. Their first rides. And then I ready the story about Steven and his Camaro. The story I read…