Building Cars, Content, and Community with Scott Spencer from Scott's Rides | S3 E7

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In this episode of Gearheads n’ Gasoline, Barry Alt and Co-Host Jason Chandler from Auto Metal Direct welcome Scott Spencer, a DIY car builder and social media content creator, for a real conversation about car building, content creation, and the community behind the automotive world.

Scott shares his journey into DIY car builds, what it is like documenting projects on social media, and why authenticity matters when bringing people along for the ride. From learning through mistakes to reaching out to manufacturers, brands, and other builders, this episode digs into the real side of home-built cars and restoration projects.

The guys also talk about building relationships in the industry, balancing personal projects with content creation, and why community support is such a big part of car culture.

Whether you are building in your home garage, creating automotive content, running a shop, or just love hearing the stories behind the build, this episode is packed with honest insight and gearhead perspective.

Key Takeaways:

•  Scott Spencer’s journey into DIY car building
•  Documenting builds on social media
•  Building relationships with brands and manufacturers
•  Learning from mistakes during restoration projects
•  The role of community in automotive culture
•  Balancing content creation with the actual build
•  Advice for aspiring DIY builders

Guest Bio:
Scott Spencer is a content creator from Alabama. (@scottsrides) His day job as an airline pilot fuels his passion for building high-end hot rods in his home shop. Scott does all the work himself and documents it on social media. He also enjoys doing some aviation and lifestyle content.

Scott is currently on his 5th custom build, which is a 1967 Chevelle restomod. Previous builds include a Factor Five Cobra, 1979 Porsche 911, 1967 Camaro, and 1965 Mustang. He enjoys the build process as much as the driving and still enjoys owning all his builds and using them regularly.

Scott grew up in Atlanta, Ga, the son of an airline pilot who inspired him to follow in his footsteps. He then attended Auburn University and completed the Professional flight program while concurrently serving in the USAF Air National Guard to help fund his education. While in college, he met his future wife, Kimmy, and they will celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary this summer. Scott and Kimmy now reside in Auburn, Al.

Guest:
Scott Spencer, Scott's Rides

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Host:
Barry Alt, Motorhead Digital

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Guest Co-Host:
Jason Chandler, Auto Metal Direct

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