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A timber-frame “cathedral” packed with Mopar muscle cars and vintage neon sounds like a dream, but it’s real and it’s sitting just outside Brookshire, Texas. We sit down with John Hovis, the creator of the Hemi Hideout, to hear how a lifelong love of late-60s and early-70s Dodge and Plymouth performance turned into a 21,700 square foot car culture landmark that stops visitors in their tracks. 

We talk details that true gearheads care about: why he chased the 1968 to 1971 sweet spot, what it means to build a themed collection heavy on 440 Six Pack and Hemi legends, and why his original Superbird is such a standout. John also explains how the Hemi Hideout works day to day with tours, a volunteer “staff,” and a refreshingly straightforward charity model that keeps the place rooted in community instead of turning into a full-time business. 

Then we shift into quick, fun car talk: Jeff shares a wild Burt Reynolds Pontiac Trans Am story, and Don reviews the 2026 Toyota C-HR EV with the numbers that matter, including 338 horsepower, all-wheel drive, real-world range thoughts, and how it stacks up on price versus its Subaru twin and other electric SUV competitors. If you love automotive history, car collecting, and honest new car reviews, you’ll feel right at home. 

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