Broke Down Garage
Welcome to Broke Down Garage, the ultimate podcast where comedian Brent Gill and passionate historic car enthusiast Jake Becker dive into the exhilarating world of automobiles. Join us every week as we explore everything car-related, from our own project cars to daily drivers, racing adventures, parts choices, and the latest automotive news. Whether you’re a gearhead or just starting your journey into the world of cars, we’ve got you covered. Expect lively discussions on new cars, cutting-edge products, and the thrilling realm of Formula 1 and motor racing. Our podcast is not just about laughs and insights; we bring in industry experts, skilled builders, prominent community figures, and history buffs to provide you with a well-rounded automotive experience. Tune in for a perfect blend of humor and information, making Broke Down Garage your go-to destination for all things automotive. Subscribe now for a weekly dose of entertainment and knowledge that will rev up your passion for cars. Drive with us into the exciting world of engines, speed, and automotive culture!
Episodes
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
This week the boys discuss the Scottsdale auction and how the market seems like chaos. Why do some cars have such expensive maintenance. Brent doesn’t know what to do about his suspension in both the LS BMWs. Jake gets mad about wheel size. Brent has a very dangerous sneeze situation. Jake tries to remember all of Nash auto history. They wrap it up talking about the biggest cruise ship in the world.
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
This week Jake tells Brent how much he has fallen for the E-Ray and how ready he is for the Zora. The fellas discuss why Brent wasn’t aware of the AMG Black Label cars. Jake gets mad about a Land Cruiser detractor. The Buick broke down again and Brent wants to know why it isn’t fuelie yet. They hash out the perfect car couples dynamic for dating. Jake talks about the corvette that changed his life at LS fest. Are cars about to repo themselves?
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
This week the fellas are talking Porsche BioFuel again, the Nissan 3 banger, and how many broken cars are enough? Brent’s jealous of a Bentley purchase. Jake rediscovers why he loves Bob Lutz. The boys hash out why EV classic car conversions are mostly a bad idea. Are Tesla cars built better or worse than Yugo cars?
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
This week the boys talk about the new Land Cruiser and how excited Jake is for it. Brent explains why more car manufacturers should operate like In N Out. Jake pitches his idea for Bob Lutz Day. They discuss Carol Shelby’s involvement in the Viper program. Brent gets his heart broke by discovering who makes Lambo now. Jake mixes up the SRT6 and Caliber SRT4 for a few minutes. Why is the LS so popular and why don’t we see more late model engine swaps?
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
This week Brent and Jake Discuss the Puffco peak. Brent went to a Porsche show is upset by the scoring process. The talk about why old cars aren’t attractive to drive to younger folks. Is Kia dope? They talk about a Stosek Porsche Jake found for sale online way undervalue. The debate owning 1 car Vs owning several. Jake thinks that the new 2 series is too large. Jake explains to Brent why 12 cylinder engines are great nightmares.
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
This week the boys discuss Ralph Nader and why we don’t like him. We also talk about the Blueprint Engines LS 4 banger, why we want it, and what we would put it in. Brent discusses his beauty routine a little bit.
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
The boys discuss airless tires and why they shouldn’t be on passenger cars. Jake talks about the truck he finally found to replace his totaled one. The boys talk about getting a dealer license. Brent discovers the Ghia Golden Sahara and falls in love. We talk about why naming conventions are important. We both kinda have a crush on the M81 McLaren Mustang. FWD is lame, Mr. Bean is Rad.
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Brent and Jake talk about the Vegas race. Brent explains to Jake why the manhole covers weren’t a big deal. Brent broke his rear end and Jake tells him to get a 9” ford. Jake tries not to look at gas prices. The boys discuss lead in gas. Jake expresses his love for AMC and gets angry about wheel sizes.
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
This week Brent is in a hyperbolic chamber! Jake and Brent are talking about the new prelude again, Ralph Lauren and his car collection, concept cars, and will there be an end to the auto show as we know it? Jake expresses his love for the Isuzu Impulse and Subaru XT. Brent had to reluctantly cancel his trip to Vegas for the race.
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
This week Brent tells Jake about his back problems, Jake wishes Verstappen would talk trash, and Brent breaks down how much a Super Licence cost. They discuss heel toe technique. Jake shares a pretty bad car idea with Brent.