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Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:45:27 PST
Welcome to the Griot's Garage News Feed. Hear first about new products and great deals in car care, tools, and products for your garage. Learn about Griot's Garage events, see cool customer cars, and more! It's free, easy, and secure.

The Stomach-Turningest Helmet Cam Video You'll See Today - Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:42:33 PST

The Stomach-Turningest Helmet Cam Video You'll See Today

Go-Pro's little Hero camera has sparked a revolution in video for professional daredevils, amateur hoons, and everyone between. Everything looks faster, cooler, more dangerous in POV. While the YouTube comments suggest some disbelief, I happen to believe this knife-edge ridge ride video is real. Take a look and judge for yourself!

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Get Your Free Garage Therapy Door Hanger - Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:47:14 PST

Get Your Free Garage Therapy Door Hanger

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, so here's an easy way to make sure you get some quality time with the one you love. Download, print, and cut out this door hanger, then enjoy some much-needed garage therapy. Of course, the sentiment is not limited to the month of February. Feel free to enjoy it year-round!

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Your Swingin' 1941 Cadillac Wallpapers Are here - Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:46:30 PST

Your Swingin' 1941 Cadillac Wallpapers Are here

Griot's Garage Handbook 341 is graced with this 1941 Cadillac convertible coupe. It's a shining example of the year's "Big Band-style",  a chrome-covered combination of grace and performance. Here, free for the downloading, are three images of this cool Caddy for your desktop.

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5 Gotta-Know Wax Application Tips - Wed, 28 Dec 2011 11:23:48 PST

5 Gotta-Know Wax Application Tips

Griot's Garage has collected some great car care tips and tricks over the last 21 years. We also learned a few things while developing our new Premium Carnauba Paste Wax that will definitely help you have more fun in your garage! And fun is what it's all about, right? So here you go... the top five, gotta-know wax application tips.

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10 Spiffy, Holiday-Themed, Vintage Car Ads - Thu, 22 Dec 2011 16:28:26 PST

10 Spiffy, Holiday-Themed, Vintage Car Ads

Think Holiday car advertising started with Lexus and the "big red bow"? You can trace the trend a lot farther back than that, friend. Buick in the 20's, Mercury in the 40's, Cadillac... well, pretty much all the time. Yep, automakers have been using Christmas to tug at our heart and wallet strings since the early days of internal combustion.

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WIN THIS! Tin #1 of Premium Carnauba Paste Wax - Thu, 22 Dec 2011 11:03:37 PST

WIN THIS! Tin #1 of Premium Carnauba Paste Wax

WIN! FREE! ONE-OF-A-KIND! Got your attention? Richard Griot is proud of NEW Premium Carnauba Paste Wax, and he wants you (well, a lucky one of you) to win the first tin down the production line. He even signed it! Entering the giveaway is simple, and you've got up to three chances to win this one-of-a-kind prize ($39.99 value)!

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What's the best automotive advice you ever received? - Tue, 13 Dec 2011 14:31:50 PST

What's the best automotive advice you ever received?

I've never really understood the question, "What's the best advice you've ever gotten?" I'm always left wondering, "about what?" Sure, "look both ways before crossing the street" and "don't take candy from strangers" have worked out pretty well so far, but they don't really apply in every situation life throws at you.

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First Look: LeMay - America's Car Museum - Fri, 09 Dec 2011 14:27:07 PST

First Look: LeMay - America's Car Museum

Words can't describe how impressive America's Car Museum is... even calling it a museum doesn't feel right. Something about that word suggests a place where you silently walk around looking at static displays. What the folks at LeMay have done is different; and not just because cars are the subject matter.

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The Porsche Race Car Classic in Photos - Tue, 06 Dec 2011 11:18:02 PST

The Porsche Race Car Classic in Photos

October's Rennsport Reunion IV festivities included a special show at The Quail. The Porsche Race Car Classic was a gathering of over 200 spectacular, pre-1965 race cars, including many 356's, Carreras, Speedsters, 550 Spyders, and the only two Porsche F1 cars from 1960. The setting was fantastic, and most of the entry ticket went to charity. All-in-all, a wonderful day!

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Up Close With The Fisker Karma - Thu, 01 Dec 2011 11:16:07 PST

Up Close With The Fisker Karma

"I am looking for a lot of men who have an infinite capacity to not know what can’t be done." - Henry Ford

I recently spoke with Ethan from Fisker of Seattle about the brand new Karma hybrid luxury car, which he drove down and showed off in our Car Care School. It seems Fisker has taken Henry Ford's sentiment to heart.

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Your Breakneck Vintage Racer Wallpapers Are Here - Fri, 18 Nov 2011 13:34:24 PST

Your Breakneck Vintage Racer Wallpapers Are Here

On the cover of Griot's Garage Handbook 338, we were fortunate to be able to feature three historic race machines from the 20's and 30's. Put one of these great images on your desktop. Then imagine yourself squeezed into the open cockpit, hanging on for dear life while you barrel around a banked oval or power up a hill climb!

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Tire Care Secrets Part 3: Inspection and Maintenance - Thu, 17 Nov 2011 13:29:36 PST

Tire Care Secrets Part 3: Inspection and Maintenance

We sometimes take them for granted, but you can learn a lot about a car by looking at its tires. Whether it's for myself, friends, or family, I help inspect and maintain quite a few well-loved cars. One thing that never surprises me is how much I can evaluate (and in many cases easily repair) with a quick check of the four corners.

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Rennsport Reunion IV in Photos - Tue, 15 Nov 2011 13:50:45 PST

Rennsport Reunion IV in Photos

Rennsport IV was undoubtedly the most spectacular gathering of Porsche cars I've ever witnessed. On the weekend of October 14-16, Porsche Cars North America (PCNA) and Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca brought together an unprecedented number of significant automobiles. It was a Porsche enthusiast's playground.

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Guest Post: How to Prevent a Car or Shop Fire - Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:36:46 PDT

Guest Post: How to Prevent a Car or Shop Fire

It's every car lover's nightmare. Your prized automobiles, your garage, or both are engulfed in flames, while you stand helplessly and watch dreams and dollar signs drift skyward with the smoke. As devastating as car and shop fires can be, they are (in large part) preventable. Our friends at Hagerty Insurance have put together some helpful tips.

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5 Reasons You Should Be Getting Griot's Garage Emails - Tue, 27 Sep 2011 11:30:59 PDT

5 Reasons You Should Be Getting Griot's Garage Emails

If you'll allow us to pat ourselves on the back... Griot's Garage emails are pretty darn good! If they're not landing in your inbox, sign up and see for yourself. We take pride in creating email messages that are relevant, informative, well-designed, and fun! Read on to see a couple sample emails and learn why you should sign up today.

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Porsches 2 Oxford 2011: A Casual Porsche Party - Tue, 13 Sep 2011 15:44:22 PDT

Porsches 2 Oxford 2011: A Casual Porsche Party

Who would guess that Oxford, Ohio (home to Miami University and a bucolic downtown setting, complete with brick streets), might become the summer "must drive" destination for all cars Porsche? With the Mid-Ohio Region PCA's "P2O" event, Oxford has become just that. Over 500 cars registered this year, drawing attendees from as far as Canada, Wisconsin, and South Carolina.

Read on and see the photos...

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Your Chopped-and-Flamed '37 Ford Wallpapers Are Here - Wed, 07 Sep 2011 15:23:24 PDT

Your Chopped-and-Flamed '37 Ford Wallpapers Are Here

Our customer traded his high school '73 Camaro for this Ford in 1984, and brought it home in pieces. He finished the car in 2000, and the results are impressive! With 700 horsepower, this beast creates a stir wherever it rumbles. Our four free wallpapers are quiet by comparison so you can, y'know... get some work done. Enjoy!

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What's better than a blue ribbon? - Fri, 02 Sep 2011 08:11:21 PDT

What's better than a blue ribbon?

When people have success using Griot's Garage products, we love to hear about it! We receive countless letters from customers who have won everything from weekend car shows to the Pebble Beach Concours. But when our customer's 1957 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa hit the auction block recently, like the rest of the world, we were blown away by the result.

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The Allure of the Automobile: An Exceptional Exhibit - Tue, 30 Aug 2011 15:41:16 PDT

The Allure of the Automobile: An Exceptional Exhibit

While working at Griot's Garage, I've seen some pretty incredible machinery, but I never tire of the experience. So, I recently traveled to the Portland Art Museum (PAM) to visit "The Allure of the Automobile" exhibit. I must say, to see sixteen of the world’s rarest and most luxurious cars in one place was awe-inspiring.

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The 2011 BMW M-Car Day in Photos - Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:54:50 PDT

The 2011 BMW M-Car Day in Photos

BMW M-Car Day has become one of my must-attend car shows of the year. Centered on the cars developed by the Motorsport division of BMW, and organized by the great folks over at the Puget Sound Chapter of the BMW CCA, this show has grown each year (with 2011 being the biggest yet), totaling 175 BMW M-Cars!

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The Secret to a Great Garage: Start With The Floor! - Tue, 23 Aug 2011 11:07:57 PDT

The Secret to a Great Garage: Start With The Floor!

You may have heard us say it now and then at Griot's... Every great garage starts with the floor. My dad has been working piece-by-piece to transform his garage into a great one. So, with sheet rock hung and walls painted, it was time to attack the 35 year-old slab of tired looking, oil-stained concrete. I knew just what it needed.

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Top 10 Unappreciated Cars - Thu, 18 Aug 2011 11:00:57 PDT

Top 10 Unappreciated Cars

This is a great job... I love having the opportunity to share my opinions with all of the InMyGarage.com readers. I also  enjoy being able to spark conversation (and maybe even a little controversy) here and there. Lists always seem to generate some of both, so let's bring 'em back! Here are my Top 10 Unappreciated cars.

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That'll buff right out (no, seriously)... - Fri, 12 Aug 2011 10:42:57 PDT

That'll buff right out (no, seriously)...

Generally speaking, the phrase "that'll buff right out" comes with more than just a hint of sarcasm. However, there are the occasional situations when a scrape or a scuff on car paint looks scarier than it actually is, and will in fact... buff right out. Rewind to last weekend, and a KIA that got a little friendly with a garage door.

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Your Bitchin' 1963 Transporter Wallpapers Are Here - Wed, 10 Aug 2011 16:05:11 PDT

Your Bitchin' 1963 Transporter Wallpapers Are Here

It's summer... throw your surfboard on the roof and head to the beach! What's that? You're stuck in front of a computer? Ok, download a wallpaper of the Griot's Garage Handbook 333 cover car and daydream instead! This '63 Volkswagen is just the thing to "transport" you to a happy place. Two free wallpapers to choose from. Enjoy!

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Water Spots: The Cause & Cure - Tue, 02 Aug 2011 14:36:43 PDT

Water Spots: The Cause & Cure

Water spots take many different forms across the various surfaces on your vehicle. The two most common (and frustrating) are the spots left behind on your paint and glass. Let's take a few minutes to talk about what causes water spots, how to remove water spots, and finally, how to prevent water spots.

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Car Quotable: Lighten Up Edition - Fri, 29 Jul 2011 10:34:38 PDT

Car Quotable: Lighten Up Edition

"Any car which holds together for more than a race is too heavy." - Colin Chapman, founder of Lotus Cars.

Colin knew his stuff. He built some seriously fast and, more importantly, seriously nimble cars. A structural engineer by trade, Chapman contributed greatly to automotive design and theory.

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Undercarriage Detailing Secrets You Need to Know - Fri, 15 Jul 2011 12:32:41 PDT

Undercarriage Detailing Secrets You Need to Know

You take care of the obvious stuff... Paint, interior, glass, wheels and tires. But what about your wheel wells, suspension parts, frame rails, and all the other bits tucked away on the underside of your vehicle? Big or small, high or low... any car will benefit from giving the undercarriage some attention. Here's how.

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Star Cars: The Ralph Lauren Car Collection - Mon, 11 Jul 2011 15:35:20 PDT

Star Cars: The Ralph Lauren Car Collection

At one time or another, most of us have debated with friends how, if money was no issue, we'd fill our dream garages. For most, these answers rarely go beyond  that afternoon discussion. For a lucky few, one (or maybe two) of these dream machines might find their way to the garage. And then there is Ralph Lauren, whose collection seems hand-picked from the imaginations of car guys everywhere.

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From the Flickr Pool: 1968 Dodge Charger - Thu, 07 Jul 2011 09:36:39 PDT

From the Flickr Pool: 1968 Dodge Charger

The '68 Charger looks mean from every angle. Even at rest, in Scott Crawford's photo submitted to our Flickr Group, the Mopar seems poised to pounce. Its stance is just right, and the Cragar rims with raised letter rubber make for a spot-on 70's-era street machine. Great photo, Scott... enjoy your prize! Readers, why not join the group and submit some of your favorites snaps?

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Free Shipping at Griot's Garage - Thu, 30 Jun 2011 14:48:58 PDT

Free Shipping at Griot's Garage

If you're like us, you've been having lots of fun in your garage this year. At Griot's Garage, we'd like to deliver the fun to your doorstep... FREE! Browse our website for a huge selection of the finest Car Care, Tools, Accessories, and Garage Products. And remember, standard shipping on almost everything we sell is FREE!

Shop now at GriotsGarage.com...

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Introducing: Griot's Garage Heavy-Duty Wheel Cleaner - Tue, 07 Jun 2011 13:26:49 PDT

Introducing: Griot's Garage Heavy-Duty Wheel Cleaner

As a long time owner and enthusiast of German cars, I've had my fair share of battles with brake dust-covered wheels (I'm sure many of you have, too). While I'm still a huge fan of our original Wheel Cleaner, new Heavy-Duty Wheel Cleaner has taken top-shelf honors in my garage. Let me give you the run-down on what makes it so great.

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Do Want: FWDrag Edition - Wed, 01 Jun 2011 14:33:12 PDT

Do Want: FWDrag Edition

When it comes to cars, I love just about anything out-of-the-ordinary. So when we received an e-mail from Sal Cannistraci Jr. telling us about his 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP drag car I was intrigued, to say the least. Front wheel drive Grand Prix's are not something I usually associate with reaction times and tire smoke.

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Riding Dirty: Global RallyCross Twin Peaks - Wed, 27 Apr 2011 14:27:42 PDT

Riding Dirty: Global RallyCross Twin Peaks

Seems we've developed something of a reputation; Griot's Garage likes clean cars. Fair enough. But when we recently had the chance to see high-horsepower rally cars battling door-to-door in the dirt, there was no way we were going to miss it. Armed with cameras and a love of anything that rolls (or flies) on rubber, we headed to the races.

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Spray-On Car Wash: Ferrari Clean-Up - Tue, 26 Apr 2011 09:36:25 PDT

Spray-On Car Wash: Ferrari Clean-Up

After a recent  road trip with his dad, Richard pulled this Ferrari 456 into the garage. They'd covered 1,700 miles and five states in four days, and we thought it'd be nice to clean up the old girl for him. But, in typical Northwest fashion, the cool weather and driving rain kept our hose and bucket stored away. So, we stayed inside and reached for the Spray-On Car Wash.

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Caption It! That's a Stretch Edition - Fri, 22 Apr 2011 13:33:17 PDT

Caption It! That's a Stretch Edition

Stretching is important to car guys. We stretch before a race, because getting kinked-up in the cockpit could spell disaster! We stretch before polishing our paint, because nothing's worse than mid-detail cramping, right? Some of us (not me) might even stretch the truth a little on our quarter-mile times. In the comments, caption this photo of a car whose owner clearly understands the importance of a good stretch. We'll pick the best one next Friday (the 29th) and award the winner a great Car Care prize ($29.99 Value)!

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Visiting The Lamborghini Factory - Fri, 15 Apr 2011 13:40:03 PDT

Visiting The Lamborghini Factory

Ferruccio Lamborghini started as a tractor manufacturer. When success afforded him his first Ferrari, he was disappointed with the car and addressed his concerns with Enzo. He was told (as the story goes), "What do you know about sports cars? You're a tractor maker!" With that, Ferruccio made the half-hour drive home and determined to do better than Ferrari.

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Brickwork: The LEGO Cars of Lino Martins - Tue, 12 Apr 2011 14:32:00 PDT

Brickwork: The LEGO Cars of Lino Martins

Like a lot of gearheads, I've always enjoyed building and collecting, even customizing scale models. When I ran across Lino Martins' LEGO builds in our Flickr group, I was floored. It's challenging enough to craft models from pre-molded parts with a full set of instructions. Lino does it with his imagination and a few bins of chunky bricks.

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Retromobile Paris, 2011 - Tue, 05 Apr 2011 16:16:17 PDT

Retromobile Paris, 2011

There are so many wonderful automotive events around the world, deciding which to attend can be challenging. Retromobile is certainly worth adding to your bucket list. 2011 was this event's 36th birthday and it was held in early February at the Porte De Versailles exhibition centre in Paris. There were 300 plus exhibitors and over 100,000 visitors over five days!

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Dry Steam? How is that possible? - Mon, 04 Apr 2011 08:55:41 PDT

Dry Steam? How is that possible?

"You say your steam cleaner produces 'dry steam'. Since steam comes from water it can't really be dry, right?"

Excellent question! And while I didn't major in thermodynamics, after some time with our Product Specialist and a little extended research, I think I've got this one covered.

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Minivans: Crunk or Junk? - Thu, 24 Mar 2011 08:38:23 PDT

Minivans: Crunk or Junk?

When is a car worth saving, and when is it just a pile (no pun intended) of metal? It's a question constantly under debate at IMG Headquarters. Submitted for your deciding votes this time is one that has everyone around here throwing in the micro fiber towel in stalemate. So, readers, what's the verdict on minivans? Crunk or Junk?

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Do Want: Ford Raptor Edition - Tue, 01 Mar 2011 09:58:15 PST

Do Want: Ford Raptor Edition

The first time I saw FORD screaming across the front grille of the Raptor, I would hardly say it was love at first sight. It was more of a "What the!?" moment. But something about this truck just made me want to know more... and now that I know, I think my admiration has reached an unhealthy level. The Ford Raptor: Do want.

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Plum Crazy? 1973 Porsche 911S Restoration (part 2) - Tue, 08 Feb 2011 13:47:47 PST

Plum Crazy? 1973 Porsche 911S Restoration (part 2)

In the first installment of this build, we showed you the tear-down of a well-used 911, and followed it through paint work. Now, take a look at the suspension and electrical work that was done. The before pictures show this car was driven hard! You'll be amazed at the attention to detail that went into restoration and reassembly.

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'65 NASCAR Impala: A Barn-to-Track Story - Tue, 25 Jan 2011 12:36:10 PST

'65 NASCAR Impala: A Barn-to-Track Story

Hard to believe it now, but there was a time when regular Joes could drive a Chevy off the lot and straight into NASCAR. In 1965, with the help of friends, Roy Mayne did just that. His Impala SS was campaigned in 14 Grand National Races, then quietly garaged. Fast-forward to June, 2010. The car surfaces on Ebay, and as the gavel falls, Shaun Coleman readies his own team of friends.

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The Ohio-Florida Adventure - Thu, 13 Jan 2011 13:35:00 PST

The Ohio-Florida Adventure

In the summer of 1941 my parents celebrated their honeymoon by driving a 1937 Buick from Dayton, Ohio to see friends in St. Petersburg, Florida. It was, of course, before the advent of Eisenhower's interstate highway system, so the entire trip was on state and county roads. "The Buick never let us down," my mother told me. "Your dad loved that car and I did, too."

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Heroes of the Asphalt - Thu, 16 Dec 2010 14:17:22 PST

Heroes of the Asphalt

Everyone needs a hero... someone to believe in, who represents something we want to achieve or emulate ourselves. Mike and Mark recently shared stories about their family inspirations for automotive passion, and I wanted to keep going with the idea. So let's talk about some of the other car guys we call heroes.

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Thankful... - Thu, 16 Dec 2010 14:15:51 PST

Thankful...

Most car people will tell you there was someone in the past who sparked their interest. Me? I've been surrounded by fanatics as long as I can remember. It was inevitable I'd end up working in the industry and installing a revolving door on my garage. Especially in this season, when family is in extra-sharp focus, I'm thankful for those who lit the fire.

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Thanks, Dad... - Thu, 16 Dec 2010 14:14:12 PST

Thanks, Dad...

It's strange to me that when I was very young my father was more into cars, and as the years went by, my passion grew and his faded. Perhaps it was priorities and the pressures of raising a family. My father tells me that when he was young and growing up on a farm in the Panhandle of Texas he always loved cars.

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Sloan Cars: Where Porsche Dreams Come True - Thu, 11 Nov 2010 15:01:13 PST

Sloan Cars: Where Porsche Dreams Come True

For years, Porsche lovers have admired (and occasionally purchased from) the Sloan Cars collection, which spans over 50 rare and unique Porsches at any given time. Browsing the Sloan Cars website is like being in a candy-store. Recently I had the chance to talk with Richard and Brett Sloan to learn a little more about what they do.

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The 2010 SEMA Show in Photos - Tue, 09 Nov 2010 15:45:42 PST

The 2010 SEMA Show in Photos

This was my 20th year attending the SEMA show in Las Vegas. Over the years many things have changed, but the wild cars and bikes are a constant! It's a feast for the eyes. The imagination, engineering, and outright wildness on display is a testament to the creativity and craftsmanship inherent to our hobby. I always leave SEMA inspired to keep striving for perfection!

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Fall Motorcycle Clean-Up Part 2: The Polish & Wax - Wed, 03 Nov 2010 16:07:41 PDT

Fall Motorcycle Clean-Up Part 2: The Polish & Wax

In the previous installment, we went through the basics of cleaning and drying your bike. Now, let's look at how to perfect and protect your ride with polishing and waxing.  Afterward, there will be no better looking bike on the block than yours. That is, of course, unless the friends and neighbors you've told about In My Garage have also been following along. You have told them, right?

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Chevrolet Unplugs The New Volt at Griot's Garage - Wed, 27 Oct 2010 10:15:27 PDT

Chevrolet Unplugs The New Volt at Griot's Garage

With the Volt, Chevrolet is set to revolutionize the way we look at electric automobiles. To show the public just how cool these cars are, the automaker recently launched a cross-country tour, and Griot's Garage was honored to be chosen as the first stop, playing host to Chevrolet, excited test drivers, and a media entourage.

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Sloan Cars: Where Porsche Dreams Come True - Thu, 21 Oct 2010 12:33:50 PDT

Sloan Cars: Where Porsche Dreams Come True

For years, Porsche lovers have admired (and occasionally purchased from) the Sloan Cars collection, which spans over 50 rare and unique Porsches at any given time. Browsing the Sloan Cars website is like being in a candy-store. Recently I had the chance to talk with Richard and Brett Sloan to learn a little more about what they do.

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Some say heaven is a lot like this. - Tue, 19 Oct 2010 15:00:21 PDT

Some say heaven is a lot like this.

The E30 BMW M3 was a dominant force in late 1980's racing. Winning more road races than any other in model history is quite a feat. Watch Patrick Snijers pilot this M3 in the Manx Rally. He is always close to the edge, but the car holds on. Videos like this make it easy to see why the E30 M3 was so great. Try to watch it just once... I dare you.

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The All-New Volvo S60 Launch Party in Photos - Wed, 06 Oct 2010 10:43:21 PDT

The All-New Volvo S60 Launch Party in Photos

Volvo of America chose Griot's Garage as the venue to celebrate the launch of its incredible, all-new S60 on September 26th. Hundreds of enthusiasts refused to let the rain dampen their spirits. Many brought their own vintage or customized Volvo's to be displayed alongside the new S60. One lucky attendee even won a trip for two to Sweden!

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Restoring a Rare Eagle, Part 2: The Resurrection - Fri, 10 Sep 2010 10:03:36 PDT

Restoring a Rare Eagle, Part 2: The Resurrection

In Part 1 of our Gurney Eagle restoration, we took a look at the scope of the project, reviewed the history of the car, and started tearing it down. Recently, with the chassis and body work back from the paint shop, it was time for reassembly. The goal was to have the car in race-ready condition for the Monterey Motorsports Reunion in August. Did we make it?

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The 2010 BMW M-Car Day in Photos - Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:11:27 PDT

The 2010 BMW M-Car Day in Photos

M-Car Day is marked on the calendar of any BMW enthusiast in the Pacific Northwest. On August 22nd, 170 M-Cars from almost every era filled the lawn and red-lined parking lot at Griot's Garage. We've compiled some of the best photographs of the event and welcome those of you that were there to include your own links in the comments!

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Fire-Up! Vintage McLaren Edition - Mon, 16 Aug 2010 10:38:25 PDT

Fire-Up! Vintage McLaren Edition

With the Auto Display in the new Griot's Garage HQ, we constantly have amazing cars on display for everyone to see. On rare occasions like today, we actually get to hear (and feel) some of these babies fired up. Today's treat, vintage McLaren. Check out a quick description of the cars, then scroll down for the videos!

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Chrysler PT Cruiser: Crunk or Junk? - Tue, 03 Aug 2010 15:48:21 PDT

Chrysler PT Cruiser: Crunk or Junk?

July 9, 2010. A day that will live in... meh? On that day, the last of Chrysler's famously plucky little retromobiles rolled off a Mexican assembly line. Did you mark the occasion with somber ceremony or celebration? The time has come to ask (insert fake drum roll here), LADIES and GENTLEMEN: PT CRUISER, CRRRRRRRUNK or JUNNNK?

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Plum Crazy? Restoring a Rough 911S - Thu, 22 Jul 2010 15:18:36 PDT

Plum Crazy? Restoring a Rough 911S

At Griot's Garage, we like cars. Fast cars, elegant cars, cars with style. We also believe in the preservation of cars as important documents of history and culture. Sometimes that job involves a nut-and-bolt restoration, as with the subject of this article, a 1973 Porsche 911S that likely lived most of its life parked next to - not inside - the garage.

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Car Care Towels Part 3: The 8-Sided Towel - Tue, 13 Jul 2010 15:17:35 PDT

Car Care Towels Part 3: The 8-Sided Towel

If you've been reading the "Car Care Towels" series, you're already sold on micro fiber. And you know which towel to use when. Now, let's wrap things up with some tips that'll teach you how to take full advantage of those towels... and safely. No more waste. No more piles of half-used towels. And, of course, no more swirl marks!

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Porsche Speedster Gets a Lift - Fri, 09 Jul 2010 11:51:50 PDT

Porsche Speedster Gets a Lift

When Griot's Garage President, Mark Greene, told me a generous customer was allowing us to showcase his 1957 Porsche Speedster, I was ecstatic. When he told me where he wanted the car displayed, I was floored. It's not every day you see an automobile like this. And I bet you've never seen one hoisted 12 feet into the air with a forklift!

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A New Garage! Part 9: The Grand Opening in Pictures - Thu, 17 Jun 2010 10:41:15 PDT

A New Garage! Part 9: The Grand Opening in Pictures

June 5th and 6th, enthusiasts of all kinds stopped by to experience the grand opening of the flagship Griot's Garage Retail Store and Car Care School. Thousands of car guys and gals brought their favorite ride by to check out our new digs and shop their favorite line of car care. Here are some of our favorite photos from the weekend. Enjoy!

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Petersen Automotive Museum and Griot's Garage - Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:47:40 PDT

Petersen Automotive Museum and Griot's Garage

Auto enthusiasts everywhere know that one of the world's premier museums lives in sunny Los Angeles. The Petersen Automotive Museum is 300,000 square feet of automotive history; a collection deserving of top-notch preservation. Which is why Griot's Garage is proud to now be the museum's Official Car Care Product Provider!

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A New Garage! Part 8: The Grand Opening Celebration - Fri, 28 May 2010 15:31:51 PDT

A New Garage! Part 8: The Grand Opening Celebration

After a long winter and countless late nights in the garage, it's time to pull the cover off our barn find build and take it for a test drive. The best news? You are all invited to ride along! Help dedicate our new flagship Retail Store and Car Care School in style! Join us for two days of fun, food, and (of course) great cars. We look forward to seeing you here!

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Point/Counterpoint: What was 1932's keenest iron? - Thu, 20 May 2010 15:23:46 PDT

Point/Counterpoint: What was 1932's keenest iron?

Detroit is the battleground for one of the oldest automotive rivalries; Ford vs. Chevrolet. The competition has raged for decades, and with the carpocalypse in full swing, we are reminded of another challenging time in America. Let's look back to see where Ford and Chevy stood in 1932. Who built a car that spoke to the masses then, and still stands as king? Dustin and Derek sound off.

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Caption It! Half-Fast Edition - Fri, 14 May 2010 11:05:28 PDT

Caption It! Half-Fast Edition

Richard Griot doesn't accept anything "nearly right". So why did Griot's Garage recently take delivery of this beautiful, but partial Porsche? Caption this photo in the comments... we'll pick the best one next Friday (the 21st) and award the winner a Car Care prize! Also, check back for the full story on this cool roadster, built by our friends at Intermeccanica.

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Car Care Towels Part 2: The Right Towel For The Job - Mon, 10 May 2010 14:21:43 PDT

A New Garage! Part 7: Open for Business

Now that you understand the benefits of micro fiber (if you missed the first article, read here), let's learn about which towel to use where. I'm going to step through the ten primary towels we offer at Griot's Garage, highlighting the benefits. I've even put together a cheat sheet you can print out and keep in your detailing kit!

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A New Garage! Part 7: Open for Business - Wed, 05 May 2010 14:43:04 PDT

A New Garage! Part 7: Open for Business

We're ecstatic to announce that the flagship Griot's Garage Retail Store is open! While we put the finishing touches on the rest of our barn find build (in preparation for the grand opening in June), you're invited to check out the new store now. You'll be amazed at the transformation. Just take a look at the before and after photos!

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The 100 Coolest Cars of All Time. Ever. - Wed, 21 Apr 2010 15:52:25 PDT

The 100 Coolest Cars of All Time. Ever.

This could be my defining moment. The day you realize I am either a brilliant, savvy savant in the automotive blog world... or just a blathering idiot who had the audacity to put a Yugo on a list of the 100 coolest cars. It could also be the moment you realize some folks take these "Best Of" lists waayyy too seriously, and actually enjoy reading one for a change. Just throwing that out there.

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A New Garage! Part 6: Rounding the Bend - Wed, 07 Apr 2010 11:14:50 PDT

A New Garage! Part 6: Rounding the Bend

You've had projects in your garage, so you know... There comes a time in every build where the finished product is in sight. Idea has transformed to rendering has transformed to reality. Just over a month ago, we showed you the progress on our barn find build and asked you to use your imagination. Now, you won't have to.

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Car Care Towels Part 1: Micro Fiber - Wed, 31 Mar 2010 16:23:18 PDT

Featured Partner: The Motoring Journal

Shopping for proper car care towels can be exhausting. The options for fibers, weaves, colors, and sizes just go on, and on, and on. In this three-part series on Car Care Towels, I'm going to package everything you need to know into one simple, easy to understand box.

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Featured Partner: The Motoring Journal - Tue, 23 Mar 2010 14:27:26 PDT

Featured Partner: The Motoring Journal

I'm constantly running across interesting car sites and enthusiast blogs. One that recently stuck out is Chris Runge's The Motoring Journal. Full of car stories, tech articles, and beautiful pictures, it's a dream for any car junkie. In My Garage is proud to announce The Motoring Journal as a Featured Partner!

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Michael Paul Smith's Model Community - Mon, 08 Mar 2010 09:51:46 PST

Michael Paul Smith's Model Community

Homes and storefronts glow while snow blankets the sidewalks. Classic American iron lines every street, preserved, as if never driven. In fact, the auto dealership has a full lineup of ‘61 Chevy's, right off the truck. There is a quiet calm. A rightness. You can almost smell the apple pie. This is Elgin Park, and you'd probably like living here... if only it was full-scale.

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Toyota Starlet: Crunk or Junk? - Thu, 04 Mar 2010 10:10:31 PST

Toyota Starlet: Crunk or Junk?

The Toyota Starlet was a strange duck in the US, only being sold from 1981-1984 and quickly replaced by FX series Corollas and the Tercel line. Starlets were ugly, cheap, and small. But, they were also highly economical and easily modified. So, what's the verdict on these Japanese oddballs... crunk, or junk?

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On the Lot: 1935 Ford Pick 'em up - Thu, 04 Mar 2010 10:08:44 PST

On the Lot: 1935 Ford Pick 'em up

Clear skies never fail to bring out the cool rides. Blue Oval purists might want to look away, but we can guarantee you've never seen one exactly like this. A '35 Ford, originally a flatbed, now fitted with a Chevy long box. The powerplant is a fuel-injected, SBC... and this thing sounds great! Thanks to our customer for bringing it down to share.

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Crossword Challenge: 1950 Chrysler New Yorker - Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:58:35 PST

Crossword Challenge: 1950 Chrysler New Yorker

A beautiful, convertible New Yorker graces the cover of Griot's Garage Handbook #305. The big Chrysler is powered by a "Spitfire" straight-8 motor, mated to a "Prestomatic" fluid drive transmission. Gotta love those 1950's trade names! One of our customers has created a crossword puzzle  using facts about car (and Griot's Garage) as clues. Check it out!

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A New Garage! Part 5: Snapshots from the Beehive - Mon, 15 Feb 2010 16:10:16 PST

A New Garage! Part 5: Snapshots from the Beehive

Work on the new Griot's Garage headquarters continues to buzz along, and a recent visit to the site saw Richard Griot beaming like a kid on Christmas. As he excitedly showed us around, stepping over chalk lines and dodging drywallers on stilts, we managed to snap a few photos of the action. Add these to the project scrapbook!

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Restoring a Rare Eagle, Part 1: Chassis Teardown - Wed, 10 Feb 2010 13:07:30 PST

Restoring a Rare Eagle, Part 1: Chassis Teardown

If you receive the Griot's Garage Handbook, you might remember this recent cover car, a 1966 Gurney Eagle Mk1. The very first of Dan Gurney's legendary race cars, chassis 101 is an important piece of American motoring history. And In My Garage is fortunate enough to be able to peek over some shoulders as the Eagle undergoes a full restoration.

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From the Flickr Pool: Vertorama Edition - Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:14:29 PST

From the Flickr Pool: Vertorama Edition

Vertorama is short for "vertical panorama" (stitching multiple photgraphs together vertically), and it's just one of the techniques Horace Kwan used to create this stunning image. The car is a Ferrari F2008 which, since it wears #1, was likely piloted by Kimi Räikkönen during the 2008 F1 season. Congrats, Horace. Enjoy your prize!

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Garage Plus lets you (yes, you) own a Man Cave. - Thu, 04 Feb 2010 15:45:32 PST

Garage Plus lets you (yes, you) own a Man Cave.

Our friends at Garage Plus thought way outside the storage unit box when they came up with this concept: Garage "condos" you can own and customize! As they say, your imagination is the only limit to what can be done with your personal toy box. We recently asked Michelle Simon of Garage Plus to share a little more about their project.

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Guest Post: A Brief History of Japanese Classic Cars - Mon, 01 Feb 2010 14:48:09 PST

Guest Post: A Brief History of Japanese Classic Cars

One of the fastest growing segments of the automotive scene is vintage Japanese cars. When I first started introducing people to the notion of a Japanese classic on behalf of Japanese Nostalgic Car Magazine, I got nothing but looks of confusion. So, let's begin with a brief history.

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Don't Battle Your Wax: Proper Best of Show Application - Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:34:53 PST

Don't Battle Your Wax: Proper Best of Show Application

There's no questioning the remarkable finish Best of Show Wax gives, but occasionally we receive feedback from customers having difficulty removing the excess. For example... "Best of Show is a great product. The only down side is it takes a lot of elbow grease to get it buffed out perfectly." Fear not, the remedy is simple!

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A New Garage! Part 4: Momentum - Wed, 20 Jan 2010 16:42:32 PST

A New Garage! Part 4: Momentum

If you've ever restored or customized a car, you know there's a tipping point where the project just takes off. Plans have been refined and committed to memory, the vision is clear, and the tedious groundwork has been laid. It's a satisfying time. Every night when you turn out the garage lights, you've made real, tangible progress.

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New In My Garage "Links & Resources" Page - Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:28:06 PST

New In My Garage "Links & Resources" Page

Warning! Your productivity is about to take a nosedive! Check out our just-added links page, a collection of our favorite auto news sites, blogs, and car guy pages. We'll be updating it regularly, so check back often. Heck, why not use it as your daily web surfing start page? Guaranteed fresh, always kosher.

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Star Cars: Janis Joplin's 1965 Porsche 356c - Tue, 12 Jan 2010 11:52:22 PST

Star Cars: Janis Joplin's 1965 Porsche 356c

It's hard to believe that, had she somehow found a way off the path of self-destruction, Janis Joplin would be turning 67 in a few days. America's first female rock superstar created a catalog of soulful music that has transcended generations. And, did you know, the singer who famously belted, "Oh Lord, won't you buy me a Mercedes-Benz" also left behind a pretty neat car?

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Point/Counterpoint: What truck goes best with cowboy boots? - Mon, 11 Jan 2010 07:50:04 PST

Point/Counterpoint: What truck goes best with cowboy boots?

On this day in 1901, a large hole drilled into a small hill outside Beaumont, Texas exploded to life. The Spindletop derrick spewed 3,000 gallons of oil a minute that day and enabled an young auto industry to expand at breakneck speed. Cars (and Texas) would never be the same. So, In My Garagers... 109 years later, the critical question arises: What truck goes best with cowboy boots?

Dustin and Derek weigh in. What say you?

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A New Garage! Part 3: Rolling Up Our Sleeves - Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:16:23 PST

A New Garage! Part 3: Rolling Up Our Sleeves

Anyone who's had a project car in the garage knows that it takes a certain "vision" to imagine what is possible. In our case, Richard Griot is the man with the vision... and the project is our garage! In the last update we gave you the history of our new digs. Since then, Richard has put his ideas into motion and the work has begun!

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In My Garage 2009 - Thu, 31 Dec 2009 12:27:05 PST

In My Garage 2009

As we prepare to ring in the New Year, we'd like to step back and thank all of you for reading, commenting, and sending us feedback. We launched In My Garage in 2009 to give you a peek inside Griot's Garage, to see the passion we have for cars, and to hopefully inspire you to have fun in your garage. Thanks for riding along... see you in 2010!

Some of our favorite posts from 2009...

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Top 5 Cars Least Likely to be Stolen - Tue, 29 Dec 2009 12:43:00 PST

Top 5 Cars Least Likely to be Stolen

Every year about this time, the National Insurance Crime Bureau releases its list of America's most stolen cars. I always chuckle at the predictable (but apparently desirable) array of sedans and SUV's that top the list. For 2009, the Honda Civic and Accord, Toyota Camry, and Ford F-150 sit atop the heap. It got me thinking... what modern cars would best repel would-be thieves?

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Crossword Challenge: 1953 Siata 208CS Spyder - Wed, 23 Dec 2009 14:12:15 PST

Crossword Challenge: 1953 Siata 208CS Spyder

This beautiful 1953 Siata was Best of Show runner-up at the 2009 Pebble Beach Concours. Its owner (a Griot's Garage customer) was generous enough to share the car for an upcoming Handbook cover (#304). Meanwhile, another friend of ours created a fun crossword puzzle with facts about the Siata and Griot's Garage products as clues. We have the best customers!

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Caption It! "Project Car" Edition - Wed, 16 Dec 2009 09:18:04 PST

Caption It! "Project Car" Edition

The release of our new Professional 3" Random Orbital has left a few of the first generation models lying around. Extra product like this can only mean one thing" it's time for a contest! Caption this photo in the comments, then we'll choose a winner next Wednesday (Dec 23) to win a FREE first-gen 3" Orbital. Enter as many times as you like!

You know the drill...

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Griot's Garage Donates to Festival of Trees - Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:34:26 PST

Griot's Garage Donates to Festival of Trees

Each year the Mary Bridge Children's Hospital & Health Center puts on a fundraising "Festival of Trees". This year, over a hundred Christmas trees were decorated by volunteers and then auctioned off, with over $300,000 in proceeds supporting the hospital. The trees were displayed and enjoyed by hundreds of people over two days.

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Porsche Guys' Night in the Man Cave - Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:33:11 PST

Porsche Guys' Night in the Man Cave

There's something about cars that turns total strangers into friends in mere minutes. When a Porsche guru from Portland asked Richard Griot to join he and a bunch of buddies for dinner recently, Richard's reply was, "Maybe you should all come over and hang out in my garage instead." How could any red-blooded car guy refuse?

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On the Lot: 1948 Buick Roadmaster - Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:31:33 PST

On the Lot: 1948 Buick Roadmaster

Designed by Harley Earl, the 1948 Buick Roadmaster represented everything the American buying public wanted after World War II... style, power, and luxury. Our customer has owned this beautiful car for over 40 years! It's powered by a 320ci straight-eight, mated to Buick's famous Dynaflow transmission... and it is immaculate. We get all tingly inside whenever old iron like this pulls onto the lot.

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From the Flickr Pool: Movement Edition - Mon, 07 Dec 2009 09:06:31 PST

From the Flickr Pool: Movement Edition

Ford Fiesta Movement Agent, Davey G. Johnson, knows it's all about lighting. He snapped this winner on a photo excursion through the streets of Denver. We dig the way he captured the late night lights bouncing off the chrome and glossy paint of this old Chrysler. Well done, Davey! You're our latest Flickr pool winner. Enjoy your prize!

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What we're asking Santa Griot to bring this year... - Mon, 07 Dec 2009 09:01:40 PST

What we're asking Santa Griot to bring this year...

In the whirlwind of Holiday shopping it can be frustrating to find the perfect gift for the petrol head on your list. Rest assured... We at InMyGarage are always looking out for you. I stayed late one night and snuck through some desk drawers to compile a list of a few employee favorites at Griot's Garage this gift-giving season.

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5 Great Automotive Rivalries (and one "no-contest") - Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:04:19 PST

5 Great Automotive Rivalries (and one "no-contest")

Horsepower or Handling? Ford or Chevy? NASCAR or F1? The rivalry is an integral part of the automotive experience. Gearheads everywhere are completely aware of the biggest grudge-matches in motoring, and I thought I would take a chance to expose a few. On which side of the fence do you fall, and which classic rivalries would you add to the list?

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Race on Sunday, Sell on Monday: Griot's GP Challenge in Photos - Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:57:03 PST

Race on Sunday, Sell on Monday: Griot's GP Challenge in Photos

After experiencing Pacific Grand Prix, we just had to share it. So, this past weekend we hosted the Griot's Garage GP Challenge event. The local BMW and Toyota clubs made strong showings, trying to "Beat the Griot" time. Brian, the Toyota club's ringer, ended up finishing .1 second ahead of the best Griot's Garage time and walked home with a new 3" Random Orbital. Congrats Brian!

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5 Easy Steps to Prepare Your Vehicles for Winter Storage - Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:55:28 PST

5 Easy Steps to Prepare Your Vehicles for Winter Storage

The rain is falling and the temperature is beginning to drop here at IMG HQ, which can only mean one thing... Old Man Winter is knocking and it's time to button up our track toys and weekend cruisers. I'm going to give you 5 easy steps to make sure your baby is turn-key ready when spring rolls around.

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It's the 2009 SEMA Show Mega-Post! - Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:47:37 PST

It's the 2009 SEMA Show Mega-Post!

Ok, so we can't promise this will actually be a "mega-post". We're not even sure what that means (though it does sound catchy). What we can say is that our man Steve is taking in the sights at SEMA 2009, and sending pics to make the rest of us jealous. Bookmark and check back to see the latest!


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