Classic 4x4 Chris Picconi

On this episode, Chris reviews the 2023 collector vehicle, truck and 4x4 markets and which trucks and 4x4s were hot and not in 2023.  Also, he discusses the trends that will drive the 2024 collector vehicle, truck and 4x4 markets and predicts which trucks and 4x4s will be hot and not in 2024.

After 5 years of strong performance in the collector truck and 4x4 markets, 2023 proved to be a challenging year.  Trends are indicating that 2024 could be more promising, but volatile.   
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On this episode, Chris and Jonathan discuss the evolution of collector vehicle marketplaces, Hemmings milestone 70th anniversary and their perspectives on the future of marketplaces and the collector vehicle markets.  In addition, they talk about Jonathan's 1976 Chevrolet K5 restoration and his passion for classic 4x4s.

Hemmings lives for the collector vehicle community.  Celebrating their 70th anniversary, they are the oldest and largest collector vehicle marketplace.  That doesn't mean they are stuck in the past.  As the innovators of the first full service frictionless marketplace, Hemmings empowers collector vehicle buyers and sellers with classified, make offer and auction marketplaces.  Hemmings valuation, pay and title, transportation and insurance services provide a frictionless buying and selling experience in those marketplaces.  Hemmings frictionless marketplace empowers buyers and sellers with a secure transaction and transfer of ownership while properly insuring and safely transporting their collector vehicles.
Follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @classic4x4_trucks, check out our website at classic4x4.com and reach out if we can help you sell your classic, custom or collector truck or 4x4. Thanks for listening!

On this episode, Chris and Austin chat about transforming mundane classic Toyota Land Cruisers into investment quality restored and rowdy, yet comfortable and refined, LS swapped FJs.  They also discuss how a Land Cruiser obsessed former boss and business trips to South America evolved into Black Dog Traders, a premier Land Cruiser restoration shop.

Black Dogs' evolution began years ago as a small Father/Son team buying/selling Toyota Land Cruisers of all makes and models.  They spent so much time driving & repairing them that we eventually began to restore them from the ground up.

This evolution brought Black Dog Traders to the point they are at now.  Their vehicles are constructed of brand new parts to much higher specifications and tolerances than the factory ever intended.  Some prefer the old hum of an original 125hp 2F motor, they prefer more power, fuel efficiency and comfort.
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On this episode, Chris and Joe get real about LS swaps!  They discuss why the LS platform is an amazing option for a classic truck powertrain swap and which LS engine, transmission and transfer case combination are optimal for classic 4x4s.  They also chat about how two engineering students founded PSI in their dorm room and the personal connection that links Joe and Chris.

PSI has been the industry leader providing out of the box and custom harness and module solutions for LS swaps.   A PSI harness is tailored to each engine application, which means that you don't change your engine combination to match their harness, PSI builds the harness around your engine combination.

PSI harnesses are proudly made in the USA, in Brick, New Jersey, with top quality materials, to standards equal or better than OEM.
Follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @classic4x4_trucks, check out our website at classic4x4.com and reach out if we can help you sell your classic, custom or collector truck or 4x4. Thanks for listening!

On this episode, Chris and Sean discuss how Sean turned an overpriced cell phone and garage full of International Harvester parts into the premier International Harvester light line parts retailer, pioneered the Scout drivability conversion and became the preeminent investment quality Scout builder.  

Since 1993, Anything Scout has been the premier International Harvester light line parts retailer and go to destination for Scout enthusiasts.  In 2003, Sean and his wife, Heather, bought Anything Scout and started building what has become the foremost IH light line parts retailer, drivability conversion specialist and investment quality Scout builder in the world.  

From it's humble beginnings in a California Bay Area garage, Anything Scout relocated to a state of the art facility in Ames, IA in 2006.  That relocation enabled them to expand and eventually become the leading Scout drivability conversion "Retromod" specialist in the world.  It also spawned a new brand, New Legend 4x4, which has become the preeminent bespoke investment quality Scout builder in the world.  Their ethos has never changed, Sean, Heather, their family and team are dedicated to keeping Scouts on the road to enable new generations to have the same great memories exploring life, just as those before us!

Thank you Patrick Kesler (@scoutlegacy) for requesting Sean as a guest and making this episode happen!
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On this episode, Chris and Dan discuss the emergence of classic JDM 4x4 trucks and how their popularity has grown amongst classic 4x4 enthusiasts.  They also chat about the import process, which models have gained prominence and the models that are under appreciated. 

Based in Richmond, VA, Japanese Classics is the premier importer and largest US dealer of Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) vehicles.  They select only the best right-hand drive (RHD) cars, SUVs, vans, and trucks from their base in Osaka, Japan. 

 Thank you Garret Ohm (@garretohm / @fourbieexchange) for requesting the topic and guest for this episode!
Follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @classic4x4_trucks, check out our website at classic4x4.com and reach out if we can help you sell your classic, custom or collector truck or 4x4. Thanks for listening!