Between Two Pumps

In Episode 7 of Between Two Pumps , the guys dig into one of the most misunderstood concepts in the collector car world: the idea of the "blue chip" car. Is it about rarity? Performance? Cultural impact? Or simply a safe place to park your money? From mid-year Corvettes and modern ZR1s to Dodge Chargers shaped by Hollywood and pop culture, the conversation breaks down why some cars become untoucha...

In Episode 6 of Between Two Pumps , the crew tackles one of the most polarizing debates in car culture: are classic cars meant to be preserved… or driven? From concours-level restorations to bug-splattered cross-country road trips, the conversation dives deep into the psychology behind "garage queens" and the people who own them. Is it about perfection, competition, and preservation—or are some ow...

In this episode of  Between Two Pumps , the guys take a trip back to two of the most defining decades in automotive history—the 1980s and 1990s—and try to answer a deceptively simple question: what are the best cars from each era? What starts as a friendly exercise quickly turns into a mix of personal nostalgia, real-world experience, and some unapologetic dream picks. From Fox-body Mustangs and B...

In this episode of Between Two Pumps , Mike Musto, Terry Shea, and Terry McGean dig into the idea of "Fat Elvis vs. Skinny Elvis" and apply it to cars—comparing lightweight, analog originals to their heavier, more powerful modern counterparts. From the BMW M5 and Jaguar E-Type to the Nissan Z, Porsche 911, and even the Ford F-150, the guys break down how cars evolve over time—gaining weight, tech,...

In this episode of  Between Two Pumps , the crew dives into one of the most debated topics in the collector car world: restored vs original. Are perfectly restored cars still king—or are buyers shifting toward survivor cars, barn finds, and driver-quality builds? From million-dollar unrestored discoveries to the rise of restomods and pro-touring builds, this episode explores how values are changin...

What cars actually live up to the hype—and which ones don't? In this episode of Between Two Pumps , we get into the cars that surprised us, the ones that completely let us down, and why some vehicles prove you should never meet your heroes. From unexpected standouts like classic Alfa Romeos to iconic disappointments like the Turbo Trans Am, this episode is all about real-world driving experiences...

What would you buy with $1 million to spend on cars? In the debut episode of Between Two Pumps , hosts Terry Shea, Mike Musto, and Terry McGean tackle the ultimate enthusiast question: go all-in on one dream car or build a diverse garage. From attainable performance picks to collector-grade icons, the conversation dives into what actually makes a car worth owning—and why the "best" choice isn't al...