Buckle up and get ready for a raw, unfiltered ride through the world of classic cars. Late Great Classics isn’t just another car podcast—it’s where passion meets horsepower. Host Jon Ruhff, a classic car owner himself, dives deep with industry experts, builders, and die-hard enthusiasts to uncover what makes these machines legendary. From the brilliant minds behind the designs to the secrets of restoration and killer mods, this is where the past meets the pavement.Fueled by Southeast Chevy Parts and powered by Push Button Creative Audio—Late Great Classics is the garage talk you actually want to hear. Tune in, rev up, and let’s hit the road.
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Contact path
Public web form
Booking probability
26%
Guest openness
Selective
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Signup to Generate a PitchBuckle up and get ready for a raw, unfiltered ride through the world of classic cars. Late Great Classics isn’t just another car podcast, it’s where passion meets horsepower. Host Jon Ruhff, a classic car owner himself, dives deep with industry experts, builders, and die-hard enthusiasts to uncover what makes these machines legendary.
Recent episodes include "The Story Behind the Tri-Five Nationals" (16 July 2026, 60 minutes), "Classic Car Gems and Barn Finds" (22 October 2025, 73 minutes), and "Beyond the Beetle: How Volkswagen Drove Its Way Into History" (8 October 2025, 39 minutes).
Late Great Classics publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 49 minutes across 11 episodes.
Booking probability for Late Great Classics is 26%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Late Great Classics requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Late Great Classics's contact route on record: public web form.
The strongest fits for Late Great Classics are Auto Repair. Late Great Classics has a leisure audience.
Late Great Classics is a leisure podcast with 11 episodes published.
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Episode #110
In this episode of Late Great Classics, Jon Ruff sits down with Chris Sondles, founder of Woody's Hot Rodz and the Tri-Five Nationals, to discuss the incredible journey behind America's largest Tri-Five Chevy event...
Episode #109
<p>The hunt never ends. Ryan Brutt, the Auto Archaeologist, has spent years tracking down long-forgotten classics—Muscle cars with stories frozen in time. In this episode, he joins Jon to talk about the magic of barn...
<p>We’re joined by Ginger Galloway, a marketing pro and VW enthusiast, to chat about how the “People’s Car” became a global icon. From her personal collection to the stories that made Volkswagen a symbol of freedom and...
Episode #107
<p>What’s it like to pull 25 cars and thousands of rare parts out of a forgotten warehouse? In this episode of Lake Great Classics, Boris from Street Machinery shares wild barn-find stories, his path from mechanic to...
Episode #106
<p>Danny Howell, Founder of Classic Chevy Club, Late Great Classics, and Southeast Chevy Parts, joins us to break down how he went from a school teacher to running an international club, which led him to running a...
Episode #105
<p>Jack Lazinsk, owner of Past and Present Motor Cars, joins the podcast to discuss the evolution of his business, the art of car consignment, and the passion that drives collectors and enthusiasts alike. From Hollywood...
Episode #104
<p>Why is it that classic cars turn heads? In this episode, Jon talks with David Temple, the author of "The Cars of Harley Earl", to answer that question. They dive into how Earl transformed GM from a car company into a...
Episode #103
<p>Louis Chevrolet may be one of the most iconic names in the automotive world, but how well do we really know the man behind the bowtie? In this special episode of Lake Great Classics, host Jon Ruff sits down with...
Episode #102
<p>Listen to our discussion with JP Emerson, a journalist, author, podcaster, and all around car fanatic. Jon and JP talk about how he got his start in the industry, his first cars, where the industry appears to be...
Episode #101
<p>It’s not just about the classic cars — it’s about the people who keep them running. In this special episode, Jon Ruhff welcomes his brother Billy to discuss their shared roots in classic cars, car restoration, the...
Late Great Classics
<p>Buckle up and get ready for a raw, unfiltered ride through the world of classic cars. Late Great Classics isn’t just another car podcast—it’s where passion meets horsepower. Host Jon Ruhff, a classic car owner...
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Managing Director, Dames of York Shop
Woody's Hot Rodz
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Past and Present Motor Cars
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