White-Glove Car Selling: How Guys with Rides Connects Passionate Collectors

Rudy Samsel has created something special with Guys with Rides - a dealer-free marketplace where classic car enthusiasts can connect without the high fees and uneven playing field that plague traditional auction sites. As he explains to the In Wheel Time crew, his platform was born from frustration with how private sellers are treated at established auctions.

What makes this concept compelling is its focus on creating meaningful connections between sellers who often have emotional attachments to their vehicles and buyers who will truly appreciate them. Samsel shares touching stories about helping families find proper homes for inherited classics, including daughters selling their late father's cherished '62 Thunderbird and a rare 1976 Cadillac pickup that found its way to Switzerland through his site.

The pricing structure is revolutionary compared to industry standards - just $1 to list and $49 more if sold, with buyer fees capped at 1% of purchase price (maximum $500). This approach particularly benefits sellers of mid-range classics who are disproportionately hurt by percentage-based fees elsewhere. Sellers can choose between traditional auctions with minimum starting bids or fixed-price listings with the option for buyers to make offers.

Though he calls himself "the David in an industry of Goliaths" with just a handful of listings at any time (compared to hundreds on larger platforms), this allows for a truly personalized approach. Samsel personally helps sellers showcase their vehicles, sometimes traveling to film restoration work for his YouTube channel. He even provides no-cost assistance to buyers seeking specific vehicles, creating a concierge-like experience missing from larger marketplaces.

Ready to experience a more personal way to buy or sell a classic car? Visit GuyswithRides.com and discover how passionate enthusiasts are finding the perfect match for their beloved vehicles in this uniquely supportive community.

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Chapters

• 0:00 Welcome to In Wheel Time
• 6:44 Introducing Guys with Rides
• 14:01 Auction Options and Pricing Models
• 20:11 Car Culture Across America
• 23:56 Racing Calendar and Auto History
• 30:16 Dealership Lawsuit and Family Visit