The episode features Rob Parr, the publisher of Collector Car Guide (CCG), a comprehensive directory and resource for car enthusiasts in the DC, Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania area. Rob discusses the origins of CCG, which evolved from his previous venture, Maryland Pet Gazette. He highlights the significance of community and trusted resources in the automotive world, explaining how CCG helps car enthusiasts find reliable vendors, events, clubs, and more. The conversation touches on the different formats CCG offers, including an annual printed guide, a dynamic website, newsletters, and potential future additions like a marketplace for classified ads. Rob also emphasizes the importance of supporting small businesses and fostering collaboration within the automotive community. Listeners are encouraged to visit the CCG website, subscribe to newsletters, and pick up a copy of the guide from various locations.
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00:00 Meet Rob Parr: Publisher of Collector Car Guide
01:05 The Origin Story of Collector Car Guide
02:21 Challenges and Realizations in the Automotive World
03:46 The Birth of a Vetted Reference Guide
06:16 The Annual Guide and Its Offerings
08:16 Connecting Car Enthusiasts and Small Businesses
14:01 The Importance of Car Clubs and Community
16:38 Expanding the Racing Section and Newsletter
23:25 Rejecting Unethical Advertisers
24:03 The True Cost of Car Restoration
24:39 Choosing Quality Parts
25:28 The Importance of Education in Car Enthusiasm
27:33 Advertising with CCG
32:53 Free Resources for Car Enthusiasts
35:53 Future Plans for CCG
41:36 Final Thoughts and Shoutouts
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