Diagnosing Life’s Problems: Transferable Skills from Car Projects w/Malik Sihota

Written by

Mark De Grasse

Updated on January 5th, 2024

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Summary

This episode of the In the Garage Automotive Podcast featured an interview with Malik Sihota, who has a passion for working on cars spanning different eras and styles. Malik talks about some of his favorite projects over the years, like engine swaps in 240SX's, restoring his dad's BMW from the 1970s, and current plans for modifying trucks. Throughout the interview, Malik provides perspective on the life lessons he's learned from working on cars - taking a systematic approach to diagnose problems, having accountability partners to stay motivated, remembering your initial vision, and not taking shortcuts. He also spoke positively about the car community being very helpful and willing to provide advice.


Episode Highlights

  • Working on Nissans in the 1990s.
  • Favorite projects: Engine swaps in 240SX, restoring his dad’s 2002 BMW.
  • Lessons learned from car projects: systematic troubleshooting, staying motivated, remembering your vision, not taking shortcuts.
  • Supportive car community willing to help others.
  • Overlanding lets him get away from people and enjoy nature.

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