In this episode, I talk to Iain Gordon, the general manager at 503 Motoring. Iain is a lifelong Portlander who builds amazing cars and amazing relationships at the premier aftermarket styling and performance shop in the 503 Motoring. This car shop strives to provide the most innovative products and quality service on the market today. Some services offered include; clear mask installation, vehicle wraps, window tints for UV and heat reduction, high-quality customized wheels and tires, styling, suspension, performance, and installation of the pedal box. You can get more car talks from our previous episodes on all of your favorite podcast platforms. Check us out on our website at https://www.gearsntherear.com/ and follow us on Instagram @gearsintherearshow. 

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During this episode, you will learn about;

[00:01] Introduction to the show with Iain Gordon at 503 Motoring 

[01:47] What got Iain Gordon into the cars game and how he met Tim

[03:31] Learning from Tim and the experiences he has had

[04:38] Some of the cars work at 503 Motoring

[07:15] Shopping for your car's audio system

[09:21] A dedicated team at 503 Monitoring and their work to restore quality in cars

[11:27] Problems that most car shops make

[12:38] Various car shows conducted by the 503 Motoring

[15:03] How to reach out, connect or learn more about 503 Motoring  

[15:32] Precious car jewels you will find at this car shop

[16:54] Wheel and tire care and the two ways to build a wheel

[19:50] Ending the show and call to action

Notable quotes

• “Every manufacturer wants to cut costs for every car produced.” 
• “The main problems in the wheel game right now are lack of experience, dealing with manufacturers that do not know what they're talking about, and fitment.”
• “Quality means doing it right when no one is looking.”

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503 Motoring

Website: http://503motoring.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/503motoring/

Address: 5703 SW Arctic Dr. Beaverton, Oregon 97005

Mel P(Host)

Website: https://www.gearsntherear.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gearsntherearshow/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChd0jp8a294-39h_JYtXdRw

GMP Podcast Group

Website: http://www.gmppodcastgroup.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gmppodcastgroup

Address: 2406 E. Burnside St. Portland, Oregon 97214

Thorn City Syndicate Management

Website: http://www.thorn-city-syndicate.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thorncitysyndicate

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In this episode, I talk to Elan Davis. Elan runs Memory Lane Motors and has been working in the store for the last 23 years. At Memory Lane Motors, he works for Dale Matthews, the owner of the store. Dale has been in business forever,he bought this store in 1992 after moving from 52nd Foster. Working with cars has been fun for Elan all along, and Memory Lanes has been a good gig for him. You can get more car talks from our previous episodes on all of your favorite podcast platforms. Check us out on our website at https://www.gearsntherear.com/ and follow us on Instagram @gearsintherearshow. 

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During this episode, you will learn about;

[00:01] Introduction to the show 

[01:36] Memory Lane Motors and what Elan does in the store

[02:20] About Macy's Easter Parade car, 48 Lincoln Continental 105 made

[03:07] Who got Elan in the love for the cars and his first class of motors 

[04:35] Another iconic car, Rolls Royce Motor

[05:44] Chevelles 68, 69, and 70 motors, big block for speed cars

[06:20] What Elan looks for when buying cars

[08:02] Gear in the rear and Elan's experience with cars in his youth

[09:04] Tips and advice from Elan on how to buy a classic car 

[10:42] Why you should Visit Memory Lane Motor store 

[12:12] How to reach out, connect or learn more about Elan  

[13:51] Ending the show and call to action

Notable quotes

• “Buying cars is the hardest part of the motor gig.” 

• “It costs so much to buy and restore a car; find the most finished one that you like and take it home.”

• “You can spend doubled and triple getting a car restored and finished than it's worth.”

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Website: http://memorylaneclassiccars.com/

Mel P(Host)

Website: https://www.gearsntherear.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gearsntherearshow/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChd0jp8a294-39h_JYtXdRw

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In this episode, I talk with great car enthusiasts at the PDX On Wheels 1st Annual Car Show inside the Detail Garage, Auto Detailing & Supplies store located at 2033 NE Burnside Rd. in Gresham, Oregon 97030. In such events, we get to see the people who win awards for best motor interior and exterior, from the engine bay, wheels, paint, under construction, and custom to the trunk setup. Get insights on how you can get in the car game from people who are killing it and with years of experience in building cars and modeling them. You can get more car talks from our previous episodes on all of your favorite podcast platforms. Check us out on our website at https://www.gearsntherear.com/ and follow us on Instagram @gearsintherearshow. 

During this episode, you will learn about;

[02:34] Brandon Hopson and Tony Hopson Jr 20 years in the car game

[03:20] Their cars collection and how they got into the car game

[05:20] Advice to someone trying to get into the automobile space  

[07:59] Getting the T-tops of G body in the game

[11:20] Commercial Break

[12:13] 2nd guest: Brian, a mechanic, and his young 7 years mason 

[13:07] What Brian is doing right now with 94 GT, 331 stroker motor, and more 

[14:21] Doubling your motor horsepower power and speed

[17:37] Where to get the best motor suspension 

[18:16] How to get started if you are new to the car game 

[21:05] How you can connect with Brian on Facebook

[21:54] Commercial Break

[23:06] 3rd guest, Samantha Vee

[23:06] Vee’s baby icon beast and why she didn’t take it out to show

[27:13] The car culture and the shooting incident at the sideshows

[29:07] New projects that Vee has going on to help change lives

[31:13] How you can connect with Samantha on social media

[39:51] Commercial Break

[35:42] 4th Guest, Greg Salisbury, and how to connect with him 

[36:25] Greg’s hospitality to Gears N the Rears' first annual car show and giveaways

[37:53] Greg’s 2nd Detail Garage opening event this year and their offers

[39:39] What they have coming up for you to look out for within the year

[40:39] Commercial Break

[01:01:23] Winners of the Gresham car show: People with the best vehicles in the show 

[34:21] Episode wrap-up and calls to action

Notable quotes

• “Buy a car that already has paint and less work to do.”
• “The biggest part in a car is the engine; if you get it right, the rest of the things will be right.”
• “Sometimes it’s not always about the biggest; it's about the quality.” 
• “If you want to look good, you must know what you want, get your plan right.”
• “Always do your research, learn about what you need, and figure out your formula before you spend the money.” 
• “There will always be trial and error in everything you do, but you’ve to figure out how to keep going in the right direction.”

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Mel P(Host)

Website: https://www.gearsntherear.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gearsntherearshow/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChd0jp8a294-39h_JYtXdRw

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