In this episode, Jeff sits down in an “undisclosed location” in Cornelius, NC - surrounded by Jaguar E-Types, a classic Mercedes cabriolet, an air-cooled Porsche 911 Targa, and… a rogue Ford Fairlane - to talk with Marc Corea, owner of MotorcarTrader.com.  They cover the emotional pull of classic cars, transparent selling, Lake Norman’s car culture, and why the E-Type might be the most rewarding (and occasionally stubborn) driver’s car ever made. Marc is a lifelong enthusiast and specialist dealer who has bought, sold, and consulted on hundreds of Jaguar E-types, Mercedes SLs, Austin-Healeys, and more. He runs MotorcarTrader.com in Cornelius, NC, focusing on high-quality examples, deep documentation, and long-term client relationships. Episode Highlights <ul><li>How a father-son 1981 Porsche 911 SC Targa set Marc on a lifetime path (and how he tracked the same car down decades later). </li><li>Why honesty beats hype in classic car sales - and how the right expectations create happy, repeat collectors. </li><li>The Lake Norman car scene: Cars & Coffee meetups, the Lake Norman Car Group, and a community that values relationships over transactions. </li><li>A practical reality check on vintage ownership: maintenance, parts, and the joy that comes from doing it right. </li><li>Why Jaguar E-types are singular to drive - and how originality, documentation, and small details (like red primer on the frame rails) matter. </li><li>2025 market notes: demand shifting toward well-sorted, higher-end cars as restoration timelines and talent get tighter. </li><li>The Mercedes lens: from Ponton cabrio to 250 SL, why classic Benz engineering still feels overbuilt—in the best way.</li></ul> <a href='https://motorcartrader.com/'>Motorcartrader.com </a> YouTube: <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtwiAuxo7A0yYRDTsTDnEdA'>@MarcShark100 </a> --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Lake Norman’s #1 Podcast & Email Newsletter The Best of LKN <a href='https://thebestoflkn.com/'>https://thebestoflkn.com/</a> Hosted by:Jeff Hamm<a href='http://www.lknreal.com'>www.lknreal.com</a> Produced by: <a href='http://www.epicjourneymedia.com'>www.epicjourneymedia.com</a>  Thanks to Safe harbor Peninsula Yacht Club for their support!<a rel="payment" href="https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/epicjourneymedia">Support the show</a>

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