THE FUTURE OF THE COLLECTOR CAR MARKET, FLYING BENTLEY DRONES, AND WORST VALUE CARS THIS CAR POD! EP21

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This episode of THIS CAR POD delves into the evolving automotive landscape, starting with the rumored BMW M2 CS. The hosts express disappointment over the likely omission of a manual transmission, viewing it as a potential end of an era for enthusiast-focused driver's cars. They then discuss Mazda's shift to subscription fees for features like remote start, finding it more palatable than other subscription models due to the nature of the feature and Mazda's extended free period. The conversation turns to the controversial rebranding of Dodge's new electric and gas models under the 'Charger' name, with the hosts questioning the strategy and pricing of the EV version. The Ram 1500 Classic's discontinuation and the end of the Hemi V8 in the Ram lineup are noted. A particularly bizarre patent for a Bentley-deployable car-finding drone is highlighted, sparking a discussion on automakers' need for unique features in an increasingly electric future. The episode also covers Filippo's headlight issues with his Mercedes E350 wagon and Doug's upcoming drive of the new Toyota Camry. The market report segment features John Taman of Curated, discussing the rising appreciation for pre-merger AMGs and a unique Ferrari F355 race car conversion, emphasizing the importance of provenance. Taman also shares his optimistic outlook on the collector car market, driven by a younger generation viewing these vehicles as both passionate pursuits and sound assets.