The John Clay Wolfe Show – Episode #8, Hour 2 (01/30/16)

Air date: February 11, 2026

Host: John Clay Wolfe
Co-Hosts: Brad, Ryan, Call-in listeners
Powered by: GiveMeTheVIN.com

Episode Overview

This lively hour from The John Clay Wolfe Show is classic JCW flavor—fast-talking car culture, no-holds-barred humor, and honest-as-they-come car business talk. The main focus this week is on the infamous "Top 10 'Bitch' Cars," playful banter about masculinity and cars, and colorful real-world auto sales insight. The crew takes listener calls for vehicle valuations live, shares stories from the business, and debates everything from Super Bowl betting to why certain rides just don't have street cred.

Key Segments & Highlights

1. “I Buy the Cars” Song and Car Buying Show Intro (00:39 – 03:11)

• JCW opens with his signature parody song all about buying cars, setting the show's irreverent, self-aware vibe.
• "[Singing] I'm John Claywolf and I buy the car. I buy the cars that barely start or go...I'm the real deal and I buy the car." (02:26)
• Lighthearted shots at the car world—almost any vehicle, anywhere, any condition.

2. Music Talk: Minimalist Bands (03:27 – 04:13)

• John and Brad chat about a band whose sound remains consistent—maybe too consistent, according to music critics.
• "I can't believe they make as much sound as they do with two instruments." (03:43)

3. The (Controversial) Top 10 “Bitch” Cars List (04:14 – 09:00)

JCW and Brad riff through a viral tongue-in-cheek Facebook list:

• #10: Ford Escape – "Ouch. Sorry, J.D."
• #9: Nissan Murano – "You know, it's a bitch car."
• #8: Mini Cooper – "You're a bitch if you buy one. And you're a bitch if you drive one. And you're a bitch if you've ever owned one." (05:06, John Clay Wolfe)
• Mini Cooper and Fiat 500 are roasted for being "gay-looking" and unreliable.
• #7: Jeep Liberty – "You're not gonna catch me in no jeep Liberty." (05:24)
• #6: Fiat (especially 500)
• Humorous tale: John admits feeling self-conscious riding to the rodeo in a Fiat while wearing a cowboy hat.
• #5: PT Cruiser – universally panned.
• #4: Smart car.
• #3: Mazda Miata – "If you're a dude with the top down and a Mazda Miata... You're a bitch." (07:12, Brad)
• Extended rant: "If you're driving a convertible Camaro, six cylinder, you're a [bitch]." (07:19, JCW)
• #2: Any minivan. "There's not—you can't drive a minivan and not feel like a [bitch]. ...You sit there and you're like, is this what I want my life to be? Driving around in a minivan?" (08:32, Brad)
• #1: Anything made by Volkswagen (not Audi).

Memorable Quote

"Top 10 bitch cars brought to you by the John Clay Wolf show this morning. If you drive any of these, that means you're a bitch." — John Clay Wolfe (07:52)

4. Call-in with “Red Hair Ryan”: Defending the Volkswagen (09:00 – 15:33)

• John calls up his friend Ryan, who daily drives a Volkswagen diesel wagon—the show's #1 “bitch car.”
• Ryan argues it’s a practical, “thinking man’s car” due to high mileage and great fuel efficiency (over 40 mpg, $500+ in compensation for emissions scandal).
• "I'm a thinking man, by the way, and so Volkswagen is a thinking man's car. That's what I like to say." (10:36, Ryan)
• Ryan stands his ground, explains his logic (dollar-saving over image), and jokes about fighting guys in big trucks.
• Brad teases: "Volkswagen punches with the limp wrist..." (14:06, Brad)
• John: "You can tell why we're good friends. He's got a personality. But I'm surprised to see him drive that car." (15:17)

5. Mini Coopers & Vehicle Profitability (15:39 – 16:48)

• JCW and Brad vent frustration about Mini Coopers being a losing bet for car buyers and resellers.
• "Mini Coopers basically on our no buy list because over the years we've learned that it's impossible to make any type of profit at all on a Mini Cooper under warranty." (15:46, John Clay Wolfe)

6. Ride of the Week: 2016 Chevy Impala 2LZ (16:49 – 18:59)

• Impala tested and praised as a “hot rod” sedan—“fast as lightning.” Feels as tight as a BMW 5 Series at a much better price.
• "It feels like a 5 Series BMW. That’s how it drives, actually." (18:25, John Clay Wolfe)
• Price tag: $40,000. "It's got that tight German feel. And I don't mean that underage girlfriend— hey, edit that out." (18:33, John Clay Wolfe—riffing off-color)

7. Call-ins: Expanding the 'Douche/Bitch Car' List & Selling Experiences (23:07 – 28:33)

Notable Additions to the List:

• Nissan Cube, Neon, Scion xB, Chevy HHR.
• “What I call the poor man's PT Cruiser, the Chevy HHR.” (23:41, Caller Dennis)

Customer Praise & Car Sales Stories:

• Callers share successful, honest experiences selling to GiveMeTheVIN versus dealers.
• "I think the third vehicle I've sold to you, but the first one just to give me the vin. ... Everything was spot on. Just wanted to give you a shout out." (25:27, Caller Dennis)
• JCW explains his bid philosophy, strives to uphold fair offers (“agony of defeat check” for losing to CarMax, but will often step up last minute to win the sale).

8. On-Air Car Valuation & Listener Engagement (29:00 – 34:00)

• JCW takes more live calls for vehicle appraisals, demonstrates the process, explains trade-in vs. dealer offers, tax credits, and how to maximize their value.

• “We're not your regular car dealer. ... We want to buy them, but... we’re not throwing games around.” (33:22, John Clay Wolfe)

• JCW’s show philosophy: “I want to entertain people first and then we get to the cars.” (36:26)

9. Show Behind-the-Scenes Banter & Humor (29:49 – 30:30, Throughout)

• Jokes about fans requesting his signed photo headshots, green Sharpies for “car guys.”
• Humorous comments on customer-submitted photos using the GiveMeTheVIN app “in their underwear”—some appreciated, others, not so much.
• “It is so easy that you can do it from your underwear...” (29:51, John Clay Wolfe)

10. More Lightning On-Air Bids & Buying Stories (41:14 – 49:23)

• JCW invites listeners to call for instant live bids; emphasizes credibility—“If you’re not lying, I’m buying.”
• Real-time negotiation example: Plymouth Prowler. Caller balks at offer, JCW pulls auction data and ups bid on-air to close deal at $23,000.
• “23 grand. Will 23 grand buy the car right now and we're done? ...Let’s just do that. …I don’t know if I’m right or wrong, but I’d rather just buy it and be done with the Monday drama.” (47:21–47:49, John Clay Wolfe)

11. Super Bowl & Betting Banter (42:50 – 43:28)

• Brad and John riff on betting the Super Bowl; Brad admits he’ll probably lose his $100 bet.
• “There’s always a hope... Dumb and Dumber... So you’re saying there’s a chance, right?” (43:14, Brad)

12. Show Wrap-up & Music Out (49:23 – 53:17)

• Calls on deck for the next hour, and upbeat musical close (song: "American Woman").
• Final push for listeners to use GiveMeTheVIN.com and join the fun—including in their underwear.

Notable Quotes & Timestamps

• "You're a bitch if you buy one. And you're a bitch if you drive one. And you're a bitch if you've ever owned one."
  — John Clay Wolfe on Mini Coopers (05:06)

• "I'm a thinking man...Volkswagen is a thinking man's car."
  — Ryan defending his VW diesel wagon (10:36)

• "I want to entertain people first and then we get to the cars."
  — John Clay Wolfe on show philosophy (36:26)

• “If you’re not lying, I’m buying.”
  — JCW inviting listeners to his on-air lightning round (41:23)

• "It is so easy that you can do it from your underwear..."
  — JCW on GiveMeTheVIN process (29:51)

Episode Tone & Vibe

Openly irreverent, brashly honest, and playfully crude—this hour captures why JCW fans tune in: banter and bits spiked with sharp car wisdom and dealer world real talk, all while John and crew never shy from poking fun at themselves, each other, and their listeners.

Useful Timestamps for Quick Reference

• "Top 10 'Bitch' Cars" segment: (04:14 – 09:00)
• Defending Volkswagen Live Call: (09:00 – 15:33)
• Ride of the Week – Chevy Impala Review: (16:49 – 18:59)
• Customer Testimonial – Real Selling Story: (23:07 – 28:33)
• On-Air Car Valuations Lightning Round: (41:14 – 49:23)
• Plymouth Prowler Live Deal: (43:41 – 47:49)

For those who haven’t listened:

This episode is a ride—literally—into car culture, buying and selling wisdom, and radio show antics you likely haven’t heard anywhere else. Whether you’re a car nerd, curious seller, or just want some smartmouth entertainment, this is JCW in his element.