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 era

• Underrated performance SUVs & luxury sleepers

• Why 4WD gets used twice a year

• BMW buyer beware talk — what to avoid

🎙️ Hosted by Chris Smith & Courage
📍 More at coolcarswithchris.com

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  00:00 – 🎙️ Intro: Courage Returns & Why Driver's Tests Still Haunt Us
  00:40 – 😬 First-Time Pod Guest Nerves & Car Guy Talk
  01:12 – 🚗 Getting Our Licenses at 16 (Sort Of…)
  02:12 – ❌ Chris Bombs the Written & Driving Test
  04:22 – ❌ Courage’s “No Turn on Red” Fail
  06:13 – 📵 Phone Use on the Road & Traffic Frustrations
  07:42 – 📸 IG Car Clips, Cop Chases & Ghost Corvette Lore
  09:05 – 🚘 The 3-Car Garage Challenge: One Brand Only
  10:27 – 🛻 Chris Builds His Ford Dream Team (F-150, Shelby, Bronco)
  14:31 – 🧱 The Garage Problem: Big Trucks, Small Spaces
  19:49 – 🧠 Courage's Infiniti Picks (G37S, Q70 V8, QX80)
  25:25 – 📉 The Rise & Fall of Nissan + Underrated Infiniti Era
  29:02 – 🚙 SUV Invasion: Santa Cruz, Maverick & Hyundai’s Strategy
  33:07 – ⚠️ BMW Buyer Beware: Used Euro Car Warnings
  35:35 – 💸 Would You Pay $40K for 3 Cars? We Would.
  37:16 – 🏎️ Grocery Getters That Could Smoke You
  39:00 – 🔒 Hidden Truck Features: Safes, Sunroofs & Stuff We Never Use
  42:07 – 🌲 Chris Finally Uses 4WD… Twice
  45:51 – 🌐 Wrap-Up & Visit coolcarswithchris.com

  
  

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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!

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