Episode 3: Oddballs and Icons
Tony’s on the move again in Lost Classics Episode 3, where three very different collector cars take center stage. It all starts with a lightweight, V8-powered enigma—the TVR 350i. With a fiberglass body, convertible top, and components sourced from Jaguar, Ford, and Land Rover, this rare British oddball should be an easy sell. But despite its condition and price, buyers aren’t biting. Tony steps in to help demystify the TVR brand, listing its parts and boosting its appeal with sharper photos and marketing insight for today’s collector car market.
From obscure to iconic, Tony shifts gears and eyes a truly rare gem: a 2002 Camaro ZL1. At first glance, it looks just like your average 4th-gen Camaro—but looks can be deceiving. This particular ZL1 is one of only a handful ever built, and its collector car status is cemented by rarity, low miles, and six-figure value. Tony breaks down what makes this Camaro worth over $100k while its twin might only fetch $20k, giving viewers an insider’s look at what defines a true collector car.
Finally, Tony gets offered a ’55 Chevy coupe that’s too clean—and too tempting—to walk away from. The car had some hot rod work done in the 1970s, sports a manual transmission, a V8 under the hood, and absolutely no rust. It’s the kind of deal every classic car lover dreams of—and for Tony, it becomes a personal buy, one that might just spark a father-son restoration project.
Whether you’re into obscure imports, high-dollar muscle, or mid-century icons, this episode is packed with collector car variety, education, and classic Tony storytelling.
Featured in this Episode:
- TVR 350i convertible (Jaguar rear, Ford front, Land Rover heart)
- 2002 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 vs. standard V8 Camaro
- 1955 Chevrolet coupe (manual, V8, rust-free classic)
Whether you’re into obscure imports, high-dollar muscle, or mid-century icons, this episode is packed with collector car variety, education, and classic Tony storytelling.
