Cool Cars with Chris

Buckle up — because this one’s equal parts hilarious and horsepower. Chris and Courage share the real stories behind their failed driving tests (yes, more than once!) before building their ultimate 3-car garages — with one big twist: they can only pick from a single car brand.Chris goes all-in on Ford, dreaming up a Shelby-powered garage full of trucks and muscle cars, while Courage flexes with a sleeper-spec Infiniti lineup. The two debate used BMW headaches, underrated V8 SUVs, and whether anyone actually needs 4WD.If you love car talk with personality, this one’s for you.Highlights:Real stories from failed driver’s tests 🚦Building dream 3-car garages (Ford vs Infiniti showdown)The rise & fall of Nissan’s golden eraUnderrated performance SUVs & luxury sleepersWhy 4WD gets used twice a yearBMW buyer beware talk — what to avoid🎙️ Hosted by Chris Smith & Courage📍 More at coolcarswithchris.com00:00 – 🎙️ Intro: Courage Returns & Why Driver's Tests Still Haunt Us00:40 – 😬 First-Time Pod Guest Nerves & Car Guy Talk01:12 – 🚗 Getting Our Licenses at 16 (Sort Of…)02:12 – ❌ Chris Bombs the Written & Driving Test04:22 – ❌ Courage’s “No Turn on Red” Fail06:13 – 📵 Phone Use on the Road & Traffic Frustrations07:42 – 📸 IG Car Clips, Cop Chases & Ghost Corvette Lore09:05 – 🚘 The 3-Car Garage Challenge: One Brand Only10:27 – 🛻 Chris Builds His Ford Dream Team (F-150, Shelby, Bronco)14:31 – 🧱 The Garage Problem: Big Trucks, Small Spaces19:49 – 🧠 Courage's Infiniti Picks (G37S, Q70 V8, QX80)25:25 – 📉 The Rise & Fall of Nissan + Underrated Infiniti Era29:02 – 🚙 SUV Invasion: Santa Cruz, Maverick & Hyundai’s Strategy33:07 – ⚠️ BMW Buyer Beware: Used Euro Car Warnings35:35 – 💸 Would You Pay $40K for 3 Cars? We Would.37:16 – 🏎️ Grocery Getters That Could Smoke You39:00 – 🔒 Hidden Truck Features: Safes, Sunroofs & Stuff We Never Use42:07 – 🌲 Chris Finally Uses 4WD… Twice45:51 – 🌐 Wrap-Up & Visit coolcarswithchris.com#CoolCarsPodcast #DrivingTestFail #DreamCarGarage #FordVsInfiniti #CarPodcast #FordF150 #ShelbyMustang #InfinitiG37 #InfinitiQX80 #CarEnthusiast #UsedBMWProblems #CarTalkPodcast #TruckLife #GarageGoals #CarGuyStuff #AutoFails #CarCulture #SUVLife #PerformanceCars #CarMods #DrivingStories #GearheadLife #CarDebates #NissanZLife #CarBuyingTips

In this episode of Cool Cars with Chris, we meet Barbie and her jaw-dropping hot pink 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe! 💖She takes us inside the mod journey — from her very first Genesis 2.0T to this bold 3.8L build that’s turning heads all over San Diego’s car scene. From custom wraps, spoilers, emblems, and Barbie-themed mods to the dream of an LS swap — this isn’t just a car, it’s a statement.Whether you're into Genesis Coupe mods, female car builders, or just love a good custom story, this ride will inspire you!▶️ Watch now to see why Barbie built the coolest coupe in town, what it means to her, and how it all started from a love of speed and pink.http://coolcarswithchris.com/

Hey cool car lovers, it's Chris here and on today's episode of Cool Cars with Chris, we are diving into one of the most jaw-dropping builds cruising the streets of San Diego. I'm talking about a hot pink, fully modded 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, driven by none other than Barbie herself.We talk about her inspiration, the car's journey from bone-stock to Barbie bombshell, what it means to be a woman in car culture, and how she’s taking over car shows and meets with her ultra-personalized ride. She also shares the ups and downs of modding, the community love (and hate), and what's next for the build—including a possible LS swap and Lambo doors?!It's fun, it's fast, it's full of pink, and it's got heart. Buckle up.👉 Watch the full car tour and interview on YouTube: coolcarswithchris.com👉 Submit your ride to be featured: Visit the "Showcase Car" section on my website!00:00 🎀 Intro – Meet Barbie & Her Hot Pink Ride 00:55 💬 How the Build Started – From IG Discovery to Interview 02:29 🚗 Modding the Genesis Coupe – From Stock to Barbie 03:27 🎨 Why Hot Pink? Wrap Details & Favorite Color 04:14 🧠 Car History & Sentimental Value 05:31 ⚡️ Power Up – Comparing 2.0 Turbo vs 3.8 07:42 👀 Car Meet Reactions – A Head-Turner for the Girlies 08:33 🧸 Barbie Aesthetic Mods – Emblems, Shifter & More 10:07 😤 Facing Criticism – Going Against the Norm 11:02 🔧 Clean Mod Style – OEM+ Vibes 12:00 ❤️ Support System – Husband, Community & Vibes 13:15 💬 Haters Gonna Hate – But Why Not Mod a Hyundai? 15:03 🕹️ Learning Stick Shift & Future LS Swap 16:11 🛠️ Mod Legality – Carb Legal & Air Intakes 17:46 🎯 Future Plans – Tunes, Interior Mods & More Shows 19:11 🚗 Car Show World – Fees, Applications, and Exposure 20:30 🎬 Fast & Furious Talk – Favorite Characters & Car Love 21:13 👑 Local Fame – Meeting the Mayor, Modeling Gigs 22:33 🤝 Car Community Goals – Collaboration Over Competition 23:29 🎤 Final Thoughts – Vision, Wraps, and Staying Inspired 29:44 🏁 Closing – Watch on YouTube & Feature Your Ride!#BarbieGenesisCoupe #CoolCarsWithChris #GirlsWhoModCars #HyundaiGenesisCoupe #CustomCarMods #SanDiegoCarScene #BarbieCarBuild #PinkCarVibes #GenesisCoupeBuild #LSswapDreams #BarbieWrap #CarGirlsUnite

Could this be the cleanest Honda CRX still alive?We take a deep dive into one of the most pristine 1991 Honda CRXs in existence — from flawless paint to a bone-stock engine bay, this is a build you don’t see every day.If you’re into beautifully preserved classics, detailed car culture, or just love a clean Honda, this episode is for you. Join us for a full walk around, under-the-hood breakdown, driving impressions, and the story behind this legendary CRX.🛎️ Subscribe for more clean builds, collector cars, and real enthusiast stories every week!

On today’s episode of Cool Cars with Chris, we’re stepping back in time with Mike and his incredibly clean, all-original 1991 Honda CRX Si — no mods, no swaps, no neon, just pure 90s Honda greatness.Mike takes us through what makes this CRX special, how rare it is to find one unmodified, and why he chose this car over newer, flashier models — including a GTR he once owned (!).We also dig into the golden era of Honda, the challenge of keeping this beauty mint, where he shows it off, and even touch on California’s wild exhaust laws. If you're a fan of old-school Hondas, JDM culture, or just clean, classic cars, this is one for the books.Make sure to check out the new website: coolcarswithchris.com for episodes, videos, and social links.Thanks for listening and don’t forget to hit that follow or subscribe button!00:00 – Intro: A pristine 1991 Honda CRX Si00:52 – Meet Mike and the CRX Si01:25 – Why a stock CRX is so rare02:24 – The definition of “Si” and trim levels03:22 – Competing hot hatches of the 90s04:05 – Mike’s personal connection to the CRX04:55 – Mike’s collection of 80s and 90s Hondas05:12 – Why unmodified Hondas are special06:00 – How Mike found this car07:06 – Mileage and reliability07:46 – Engine specs and performance08:34 – Driving experience and freeway vibes09:06 – Parts availability and insurance10:25 – Buying story: Temecula pickup memory12:02 – When and where Mike drives it12:24 – Paint job: matching factory Real Red13:41 – The car’s flaws (or lack thereof)14:09 – The one thing Mike wishes it had15:07 – Driving without power steering16:21 – Longest drive Mike’s done with it17:24 – Oil type and gas usage18:15 – Reactions at car meets and shows19:11 – This car belongs in a museum20:01 – Reproduction window sticker21:05 – People’s reactions and Cars & Coffee details22:51 – Rarest cars at Cars & Coffee23:39 – Why Mike prefers classic Hondas over supercars25:04 – Stock Miatas and Monster Miatas26:20 – CARB states and exhaust law talk27:30 – Street legal issues and ticket stories28:52 – Chris's old exhaust and VQ engines29:03 – Manual transmission & 5-speed details30:17 – What “Si” means today31:03 – The appeal of fuel injection back in the day31:16 – Final thoughts: nostalgia and value of old cars32:09 – Let's go for a ride!32:29 – Recap: A ride down memory lane33:10 – Wrap up and thank you33:32 – Website, socials, and closing message#HondaCRX #CRXSi #1991HondaCRX #StockNotModded #ClassicHonda #JDMClassic #TimeCapsuleCar #90sHonda #GoldenEraHonda #UnmodifiedCRX #CleanCarCulture #HondaHeritage #CoolCarsWithChris #JDMIcons #VintageHonda #PreservedNotRestored #CRXLove #CarsAndCoffee #OldSchoolHonda #RareJDMFind

Welcome back to Cool Cars with Chris! 🚗🔥In this episode, Chris meets up with Courage, a passionate car enthusiast and dad of two, to check out his Hyundai Elantra N — a practical yet performance-packed daily driver. From the mods he's added (including a sneaky JB4 piggyback tune) to how this car handles daily duties and weekend backroad blasts, you'll get a full tour, honest impressions, and an exciting ride-along!📍 Topics include:✅Why Courage chose the Elantra N over other sporty 4-doors✅The surprising performance and tuning potential✅Road trip stories (like packing for Monterey Car Week!)✅Real talk on reliability and ownership✅A live driving experience with Chris's real-time reactions!💬 Drop a comment — Would you pick the Elantra N over the Civic Type R or GR Corolla?👉 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and turn on the 🔔 for more episodes of Cool Cars with Chris!🔧 Car Specs & Mods Mentioned:Hyundai Elantra N (DCT)JB4 Piggyback TuneCustom Wheels, Intake ModsE30 Fuel Blends + Octane LearningActive Exhaust Setup00:00 Welcome & First Impressions00:28 Meet Courage & the Hyundai Elantra N01:06 Why He Chose the Elantra N (Turo Story)02:15 Family Life & Road Trip Ready02:41 Real-World Reliability of the Elantra N03:19 Courage's Mods: Intake & JB4 Tune04:07 Power Gains & Dyno Results05:14 Active Exhaust & Sound Tricks06:00 Fuel Options: E30, E85, and 95 Octane06:56 Octane Learning & Boost Issues07:28 Turbo Lag? Power Band Talk08:45 What Other Cars Did He Consider?09:22 Civic Type R vs. Integra Type S11:05 V8 Dreams: CT5-V Blackwing11:49 What the Car Means to Courage13:12 Community Reactions & Drive-By Moments14:02 Ride-Along Begins14:42 Chris Reacts to the Acceleration15:30 Cornering & Road Feel16:07 Turbo Feel & Throttle Response17:05 Why He Doesn’t Want More Power17:54 Fuel Mixing Hacks & Knock Protection18:52 Wrap-Up: Final Thoughts19:12 Cool Car Thumbs Up 👍#ElantraN #CoolCarsWithChris #HyundaiElantraN #CarReview #POVDrive #SportSedan #TunedCars #DailyDriverGoals #DadCar #CarMods #CivicTypeR #GRCorolla #IntegraTypeS #CarEnthusiast #DrivingExperience

Hey friends – it's Chris, and welcome to the very first episode of Cool Cars with Chris! I’ve been dreaming about doing a car podcast for over 20 years, and now it’s finally here. In this premiere episode, I sit down with Courage, a fellow car enthusiast and dad who’s turned his Hyundai Elantra N into a legit performance machine – while still handling school runs and road trips.We talk about why he chose the Elantra N over a Golf R or BMW, what it’s like owning a fun car as a dad, and how he managed to sneak a JB4 tune past California emissions. We also get into turbo lag, active exhaust systems, dyno results, E85 blends, and the real-world practicality of a performance sedan.If you’re into affordable performance cars, dad builds, Hyundai N-Series tuning, or just love hearing about cool rides from real people – this one’s for you.🚗 Full 4K ride-along video is available on YouTube 🚨 Got a cool car and live in San Diego? I want to feature YOUR car on the podcast. Let’s go for a ride – hit me up!Cool Cars with Chris YouTubeThe Kris and Kristine ShowPodtastic Audio00:00 – 🎙️ Intro: Why This Podcast Exists (and What Makes a Car “Cool”)00:46 – 🛠️ Chris’ Car Content Journey: From Dreams to Garage Goals01:07 – 🚗 Defining a Cool Car (Spoiler: You Know If You Know)01:47 – 🙌 Show Concept: Real Cars, Real People, Real Conversations02:13 – 🎥 Audio vs Video: What You’ll Hear vs What You’ll See03:04 – 👋 Meet Courage: Today’s Guest and His Hyundai Elantra N04:10 – 📦 From Turo to Ownership: How Courage Discovered the N05:34 – 👨‍👧‍👦 Dad Life Meets Car Life: The Perfect Family Performance Car06:13 – 💸 Chris’ $200 Hyundai Story (and Budget Builds)07:47 – 🧰 Mod Talk: Intake, JB4 Tune & the Slippery Slope09:02 – 📈 Dyno Numbers + Power Gains Explained10:37 – ⛽ Fuel Nerd-Out: E85, Octane Learning & MPG Trade-Offs12:05 – 😩 Annoyances & Quirks: The Elantra N’s Flaws (Yes, It Has Some)13:19 – ⚙️ Turbo Talk: Lag? Not Really. Let’s Get Technical14:01 – 🔍 Direct Injection, Boost Gauges & Engine Tech Talk15:25 – 🔊 Active Exhaust Systems: Loud Mode vs Stealth Mode17:09 – 🔧 Stock Exhaust... or Is It? Future Plans + Exhaust Dreams18:45 – 🧨 X-Pipes & Custom Sound: Chris’ Z Car Experience20:00 – 🚙 If Not This Car, Then What? Courage’s Other Top Picks22:09 – 🔄 Acura Integra Type S vs Civic Type R vs Elantra N24:58 – 🧠 What This Car *Means* to Courage (Not Just a Ride)26:15 – 👶 Kids, Cars & Keeping the Passion Alive27:05 – 🧢 BMW Talk: Are They Overrated? Plus Some Hyundai Backstory29:05 – 🏎️ Genesis Coupes, Zs, and the Real Definition of “Cool Car”30:12 – 💬 Neighborhood Reactions & Real-World Cool Factor31:05 – 🎥 Time to Ride: Let's Go for a Spin in the Elantra N31:20 – 📣 Wrap-Up: Get Featured, Subscribe, and Drive Safe!#HyundaiElantraN #ElantraN #ElantraNBuild #ElantraNTuned #DadCarBuild #CoolCarsWithChris #TrackReadyDaily #StreetLegalTrackCar #TunerLife #CarPodcast #CarEnthusiast #ModifiedCars #DailyDriverGoals #TurboLife #JB4Tune #HyundaiNPerformance #FastSedans #TuroCarFind #FromTuroToTrack #RealCarGuys #CourageElantraN #CarModsDaily #SanDiegoCarScene #ManualTransmission #BoostedCars

Buckle up, buttercup — the ride starts here! 🚗💨In this short trailer, I’ll give you a taste of what Cool Cars with Chris is all about: real people, real cars, and the stories that make them special. This is the car show for the rest of us — where you’ll hear everything from daily drivers and beat-up projects to dream builds and one-of-a-kind rides.Hit Follow now so you don’t miss the first full episode — and join me in celebrating car culture, one story at a time.InstagramYouTube