COMMUNITY

On display 9/27 - Val and his 1998 Nissan Skyline R34
On display 9/27 - Val and his 1998 Nissan Skyline R34
Photos: @Blunkbreak Hi Val, what makes this car meaningful or special to you? My car is meaningful to me because it helps forge unbreakable bonds with the community and my... Read more...
Ray Wang, Founder - Iconaclub
Ray Wang, Founder - Iconaclub
REDEFINING STREETWEAR BY PROMOTING CAR CULTURE THROUGH FASHION AND ART. What inspired you to start Icona Club, and how did SF car culture play into that decision? Iconaclub was founded... Read more...
Andy & Jamie with their 1987 VW Syncro
Andy & Jamie with their 1987 VW Syncro
Photos: Sonia Broman Let’s start with the basics—who are you, and what do you do? My name is Andy Shenkman, and I work in Technical Service Operations at Tesla Motors.... Read more...
Eddie’s 2006 Honda S2000
Eddie’s 2006 Honda S2000
Why the S2000? What made this the one for you? To me, the S2000 was Honda’s answer to the legendary JDM cars of the late ’90s. Nissan had the Skyline,... Read more...
Eric’s 1978 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40
Eric’s 1978 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40
Photos: Sonia Broman First off, what’s your name and what do you do for a living? My name is Eric Scott Kaplan. I work as a cryptocurrency trader and am... Read more...
Rafael’s 1980 Toyota Corolla
Rafael’s 1980 Toyota Corolla
Photos: Sonia Broman What’s your name and what do you do for a living?Rafael Mercado. I’m an automotive technician. Can you introduce your car to us—year, model, and what’s under... Read more...
Giordan’s 2000 Honda S2000
Giordan’s 2000 Honda S2000
Photos: Sonia Borman First things first - What’s your name and what do you do for a living?       My name is Giordan and I’ve been a business... Read more...
Joe’s 1995 Porsche 911 (993) C2 RWB “Son Goku”
Joe’s 1995 Porsche 911 (993) C2 RWB “Son Goku”
Photos: Ohad Kab Hi Joe, it’s good to have you here. Can you start by telling us what you do for a living?Joe: I currently work for the City of... Read more...
Victoria’s 2001 Porsche 996.1
Victoria’s 2001 Porsche 996.1
Hi Victoria! could you share a little about yourself and how your love affair with cars started? I’m Victoria, born and raised in CT, and I drive a 2001 Porsche... Read more...
Reggie’s 1999 Mercedes C43 AMG
Reggie’s 1999 Mercedes C43 AMG
Hey Reggie, thanks for being with us! Could you start by introducing yourself? My name is Reggie Spruill, and I do Architecture for a living. I drive a black 1999... Read more...
Fred’s 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28
Fred’s 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28
Photo: Ohad Kab Hi Fred, it was great meeting you at our event in the Brooklyn Navy Yard. Please introduce yourself and your special car. Frederick Martinez, but most people... Read more...
Daniel Calabresi, italy-based automotive sourcing expert
Daniel Calabresi, italy-based automotive sourcing expert
1) What is your name and what do you do? My name is Daniel Calabresi, and I specialize in classic car sourcing and art. 2) Can you tell us more... Read more...
New: In-community sale
New: In-community sale
We're trying out something new: Cars for sale within our community. Our goal is to keep our cars circulating within the community, fostering the lively car culture of New York.... Read more...
Addison Linck, a mobile classic mercedes mechanic
Addison Linck, a mobile classic mercedes mechanic
Photo: Ohad Kab What initially drew you to become a Mercedes mechanic, and what keeps you passionate about working on these vehicles? It all started when my grandfather bought his... Read more...
Sophie’s BMW E30
Sophie’s BMW E30
Hey Sophie! Could you introduce yourself and tell us about your profession? I'm a photographer and director. I typically work with footwear and apparel brands, high fashion, publications and musicians.... Read more...
George’s 1995 Ferrari F355
George’s 1995 Ferrari F355
Hey George, it’s great to have you here, can you start by telling us a bit about yourself and your passion for cars? I was born and raised in Brooklyn,... Read more...
Ralph’s 1989 Mercedes 190e
Ralph’s 1989 Mercedes 190e
Please introduce yourself. My name is Ralph. I also go by the name Double Mint and also by the name Right Hand Man Ralph.I live in the East Flatbush neighborhood... Read more...
Dave’s 1982 Mercedes 300CD Turbodiesel
Dave’s 1982 Mercedes 300CD Turbodiesel
Photos: Ohad Kab Hey Dave, want to introduce yourself? Hi. My name is Dave and I'm the owner and ice cream dude at Davey’s ice cream in New York City.... Read more...
Thomas 1991 E30 318i
Thomas 1991 E30 318i
Tell us a little about yourself My name is Thomas Baken, I’m 29 years old. I drive a 1991 BMW E30 318i. I grew up in Chappaqua NY, a small... Read more...
Tito’s 1986 Porsche 911
Tito’s 1986 Porsche 911
What is your name and what do you drive? My name is Tito, but my family calls me Hector, and I drive a 1986 Porsche 911. Tell us more about... Read more...
Lawrence’s 1992 Nissan Skyline
Lawrence’s 1992 Nissan Skyline
What is your full name, what do you drive (year, make, model) ,where do you live in NYC. Lawrence Quintana, Brooklyn, 1992 Nissan skyline. Photo - Ohad Kab What inspired... Read more...
Bobby’s 1962 Buick Electra 225 Convertible
Bobby’s 1962 Buick Electra 225 Convertible
"My name is Bobby Bonsangue. I am a born and raised New Yorker living my whole life in the neighborhood of Astoria Queens. I am a Registered Nurse and own... Read more...
Zachary’s E28 535is
Zachary’s E28 535is
What is your full name, what do you drive (year, make, model) ,where do you live in NYC, and what do you do for a living?  Zachary Kahn, I’m a... Read more...
Juan’s 1980 vw rabbit pick up
Juan’s 1980 vw rabbit pick up
What is your full name, what do you drive (year, make, model)? My name is Juan Carlos Romero jr. I drive a 1980 vw rabbit pick up. Photo: Ohad Kab... Read more...
Zim’s 1996 Mitsubishi Delica
Zim’s 1996 Mitsubishi Delica
What is your full name, what do you drive (year, make, model) and what do you do for a living? My name is Zimri Levine and I drive a 1996... Read more...
Maciej (Magic) Bakowski’s Mercedes 300 SEL “Red Pig” tribute car
Maciej (Magic) Bakowski’s Mercedes 300 SEL “Red Pig” tribute car
Maciej Bakoski, Founder of Classic Rescue Coachwork in Long Island, NY. Classic Rescue Coachworks specialize in restoring vintage European cars, specifically custom metal fabrication work.  Can you tell us about... Read more...
Sean’s 1965 Volkswagen Type 3
Sean’s 1965 Volkswagen Type 3
We met Sean near his home in Greenwood Heights in Brooklyn. It was a beautiful day in late October and we decided to go for a drive in the neighborhood.... Read more...
Trevor’s 1979 Porsche 911sc in tobacco metallic
Trevor’s 1979 Porsche 911sc in tobacco metallic
We spent the day with Trevor Dalton, a freelance photographer and videographer and a proud Porsche owner. Trevor is one of the most inspiring and creative driver we've met so... Read more...
Tattoo Artist Alexey Mashkov “Mashkow”, Talks Love of Cars, Tattooing, and NYC Living
Tattoo Artist Alexey Mashkov “Mashkow”, Talks Love of Cars, Tattooing, and NYC Living
Photos: Nick Wiesner We interviewed Alexey Mashkov, aka “Mashkow,” on his love of cars, life in NYC, career, and current car. Mashkow drives an 87 Buick Grand National. He is... Read more...
video: Sebastian’s Porsche 930
video: Sebastian’s Porsche 930
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Johnny Komar, Cinematographer, Animator and Artist
Johnny Komar, Cinematographer, Animator and Artist
Cars (and a motorcycle) currently owned by Johnny: 89’ Volkswagen Polo CL, 89’ Ford Bronco II XLT, 91’ Honda Acty and an 84’ Yamaha XS650 custom Johnny brought his Honda... Read more...
VIDEO: George, 1969 Jaguar E-type
VIDEO: George, 1969 Jaguar E-type
WONYC: What is the story of this car? George: The story of this car? This car was purchased in 1971 by me, from a guy who owned it on Long... Read more...
Q&A: Sebastian, Porsche 930
Q&A: Sebastian, Porsche 930
Name, occupation, where do you live? My name is Sebastian Chen Spier, I’m a digital product designer and graphic designer living in NYC. Originally I’m from Vancouver, BC Canada but... Read more...
VIDEO: Krishna, Porsche Boxster Spyder
VIDEO: Krishna, Porsche Boxster Spyder
WONYC: Tell us about yourself Krishna: I'm Krishna. I was born and raised in Hyderabad India, a city that's based in the south. For as long as I can remember,... Read more...
VIDEO: Nick, 1983 Lada Niva
VIDEO: Nick, 1983 Lada Niva
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VIDEO: Wilson, 1993 Porsche 911 Targa
VIDEO: Wilson, 1993 Porsche 911 Targa
We joined Chef Wilson tang for a ride in his amazing Porsche 911 993 Targa Wilson is the owner and chef of Nomwah Tea parlor in Chinatown, NYC, and also... Read more...
VIDEO: Jeffery, 1973 Porsche 911E
VIDEO: Jeffery, 1973 Porsche 911E
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VIDEO: Monica, 1973 Dodge Dart
VIDEO: Monica, 1973 Dodge Dart
WONYC: tell us who you are and what do you drive Monica: My name is Monica. I am from St. Louis. I've lived in New York for about eight years.... Read more...
Vitali, 1993 Mercedes E500
Vitali, 1993 Mercedes E500
“ This car was built by Porsche, it’s a collaboration between Mercedes and Porsche. Porsche did the engineering because Mercedes could not fit the engine in the car body so... Read more...
Sharon, 1990 Nissan 300ZX 2+0
Sharon, 1990 Nissan 300ZX 2+0
“ This car caught my attention when I was working at the shop (Redline NY). Originally, I’m a Honda girl, I grew up with Hondas, dealing with F and B’s,... Read more...
Juwan, 1989 BMW 325i
Juwan, 1989 BMW 325i
" My dad, he’s a mechanic, and for as far as I can remember he has always been into BMWs. I still remember his wallpaper with the M3 from one... Read more...
Trevor, 1979 Porsche 911sc Tobacco Metallic
Trevor, 1979 Porsche 911sc Tobacco Metallic
“ One day in my email this car pops up and I say: well I never thought about brown Porsches before but I love the color, it’s such an unusual... Read more...