The Collector Car Podcast

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389: Original Owners-From Ford's 428 CJ to Lotus' Final Esprit Oct 11, 2025

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Ever wonder what it's like to buy a dream car new—and still have it decades later? In this episode, Greg Stanley sits down with two remarkable enthusiasts who did just that.

First up is Roger Parlett, original owner of a 1968 Ford Mustang Fastback 428 Cobra Jet. As one of the Ford engineers who helped bring the 428 CJ to life, Roger offers a firsthand look at how this legendary muscle car came to be—and what it was like to drive one home from the factory.

Then, Greg talks with John Janisch, who purchased his 2004 Lotus Esprit V8 Final Edition brand-new—the very end of Lotus' exotic, analog era. John shares what it's been like to live with and preserve one of the final examples of a truly driver-focused supercar.

It's a rare glimpse into automotive history told by the people who were there from day one—still turning the keys to their own legends.

#TheCollectorCarPodcast #GregStanley #RMSothebys #FordMustang #Mustang428CJ #CobraJet #LotusEsprit #LotusEspritV8 #LotusFinalEdition #OriginalOwner #CollectorCars #CarPodcast #AutomotiveHistory #MuscleCar #ClassicCar #Supercar #CarStories #CarCulture #FordPerformance #LotusCars #VintageCars #EnthusiastOwned

Do you need help buying or selling your collector car? Contact Greg directly at Greg@TheCollectorCarPodcast.com or GStanley@RMSothebys.com.

This episode is sponsored by our friends at California Car Cover — my go-to source for custom-fit car covers and detailing gear. They've protected both my '66 GTO and Porsche Boxster S, and I trust them to keep your collector car safe, too.

A special thank you to our new sponsor, Discover Once, curators of one-of-a-kind automotive adventures you'll never experience twice. Learn more at discoveronce.com/muscle.

And as always, huge thanks to RM Sotheby's for their continual support and for making so many of these automotive dreams possible.

Listen to the "Octane FM: Shift, Rev, Repeat" album on Spotify!

Stay connected with The Collector Car Podcast—find us on our Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, or reach out to Greg directly via email.

Join RM Sotheby's Car Specialist Greg Stanley as he brings over 25 years of experience and keen market analysis to the world of collector cars. Each week, Greg dives into market trends, interviews industry experts, and shares insights—with a little fun along the way. New episodes drop every Thursday and are available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Learn more at www.TheCollectorCarPodcast.com or email Greg at Greg@TheCollectorCarPodcast.com. Interested in consigning a car at an RM Sotheby's auction? Contact Greg directly at GStanley@RMSothebys.com.

388: The Little Red D-Type and a Ringbrothers Masterpiece Oct 09, 2025

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This week, I'm back on the Monterey Peninsula for two of the most spectacular automotive events on earth—Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance and The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering. I review one of the most talked-about cars on social media: the Jaguar XKD, known as the "Little Red D-Type" on Instagram—a car whose restoration and racing pedigree stopped enthusiasts in their tracks. Then we shift gears to the Ringbrothers' jaw-dropping Aston Martin build revealed at The Quail, a fusion of British elegance and American engineering audacity. From the soft morning light on the Pebble lawn to the roar of bespoke V12s at The Quail, this episode captures the artistry, innovation, and passion that define Monterey Car Week. You can learn more at:

The Little Red D-Type: https://www.instagram.com/xkd_522/?hl=en

RingBrothers: https://www.ringbrothers.com/

🎧 Tune in for insights, stories, and behind-the-scenes moments from the most exclusive events in the collector car world.

#PebbleBeachConcours #TheQuail #JaguarDType #LittleRedDType #Ringbrothers #AstonMartin #MontereyCarWeek #CollectorCars #TheCollectorCarPodcast #CarCulture

A special thank you to our new sponsor, Discover Once, curators of one-of-a-kind automotive adventures you'll never experience twice. Learn more at discoveronce.com/muscle.

And as always, huge thanks to RM Sotheby's for their continual support and for making so many of these automotive dreams possible.

Listen to the "Octane FM: Shift, Rev, Repeat" album on Spotify!

Stay connected with The Collector Car Podcast—find us on our Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, or reach out to Greg directly via email.

387: Car Specialist Jake O'Gorman & RM Sotheby's Hershey Fall Sale Oct 02, 2025

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In this episode of The Collector Car Podcast, I sit down with Jake O'Gorman, Car Specialist at RM Sotheby's, to talk about his journey into the collector car world and what it takes to succeed in this highly competitive industry. Jake shares how his passion for automobiles evolved into a career with the world's leading collector car auction house, offering insights into the day-to-day life of a specialist and the skills required to connect the right cars with the right collectors.

We also dive into the upcoming RM Sotheby's Hershey Fall Auction, a cornerstone event for pre- and post-war classics. From Brass Era treasures to Full Classics, Jake highlights some of the standout consignments and explains why Hershey remains a must-attend auction for serious collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Whether you're curious about starting a career in the collector car market, or you want a preview of one of the most important auctions of the year, this conversation delivers stories, expertise, and insider knowledge straight from one of the industry's rising stars.

#TheCollectorCarPodcast #RMSothebys #HersheyAuction #JakeOGorman #CarSpecialist #CollectorCars #ClassicCars #CarAuctions #PreWarCars #BrassEra #FullClassics #CarEnthusiast #CarCulture #AuctionLife

Listen to the "Octane FM: Shift, Rev, Repeat" album on Spotify!

Stay connected with The Collector Car Podcast—find us on our Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, or reach out to Greg directly via email.

386: Heidi Mraz at Waterworks - When Car Culture Becomes Fine Art Sep 25, 2025

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This week I step inside Waterworks Visual Arts Center in Salisbury, NC to experience Heidi Mraz's immersive automotive art exhibit. Heidi transforms fragments—vintage brochures, race maps, workshop notes, paint chips—into large-scale portraits that feel alive with motion and memory. We talk process (from research to layering and collage), the stories hidden in each build sheet and body panel, and why car culture belongs on museum walls as much as it does on concours lawns. If you love the smell of old manuals, the poetry of patina, or the way a great road trip rearranges your brain, you'll be right at home in this episode.

Show links: • Waterworks Visual Arts Center — Salisbury, NC • Artist: Heidi Mraz

#HeidiMraz #WaterworksVisualArtsCenter #SalisburyNC #AutomotiveArt #CarCulture #CollageArt #MuseumExhibit #CollectorCars #ArtExhibit #FineArt #CarDesign #CarStories #AutomotiveHistory #ArtAndCars

Listen to the "Octane FM: Shift, Rev, Repeat" album on Spotify!

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385: Built to Thrill - The Shelby Legacy with Gary Patterson Sep 18, 2025

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What does it take to preserve a legend like Shelby American while continuing to innovate for the next generation of drivers?

In this very special episode of The Collector Car Podcast, I sit down with Gary Patterson, President of Shelby American, to explore the full throttle story of America's most iconic performance brand.

From working alongside Carroll Shelby himself to leading the company into the future with new builds, collector programs, and electric concepts, Gary shares behind-the-scenes stories you won't hear anywhere else.

Plus:

A preview of what's next for the Shelby GT lineup
A special spotlight on Shelby's incredible fanbase
And… a personal tribute in the form of my original track: "Shelby Legacy" — you'll hear a 30-second teaser at the beginning and the full song at the end of the episode.

🔗 Weblinks:

Shelby American: https://www.shelby.com
Shelby Heritage Center: https://www.shelby.com/ShelbyHeritageCenter
Shelby Store: https://www.shelbystore.com
California Car Cover: https://www.calcarcover.com
Shelby Registry: https://www.shelby.com/ShelbyRegistry

#ShelbyAmerican #GaryPatterson #CarrollShelby #MustangShelby #GT500KR #ShelbyCobra #AmericanMuscle #ShelbyGT #CollectorCarPodcast #OctaneFM #ShelbyLegacySong #CaliforniaCarCover #CarCulture #CarPodcast #BuiltToThrill

Listen to the "Octane FM: Shift, Rev, Repeat" album on Spotify!

Stay connected with The Collector Car Podcast—find us on our Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, or reach out to Greg directly via email.

384: How To Become A Car Specialist With RM Sotheby's President Gord Duff Sep 11, 2025

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What does it really take to become a Car Specialist at the world's leading collector car auction house? In this episode, I sit down with Gord Duff, President of RM Sotheby's, to explore the skills, knowledge, and passion required to succeed in one of the most exciting careers in the automotive world.

Gord shares his personal journey, offers insider advice for aspiring specialists, and explains how RM Sotheby's evaluates and markets the rarest cars in the world. We also review the recent Monterey results, highlighting market trends, record-setting sales, and what they mean for collectors moving forward.

I also open up about my own not-so-typical career path — how I transitioned from the consumer packaged goods industry into the collector car world, and how launching The Collector Car Podcast ultimately played a key role in consigning the $51.7M Ferrari 330 LM/250 GTO, the most expensive Ferrari ever sold at auction.

🔑 Topics include:

The pathway to becoming a Car Specialist
The mix of passion, expertise, and client service needed to succeed
Lessons from RM Sotheby's Monterey auction results
My own unconventional journey from CPG to consigning the world's most valuable Ferrari
Key insights into where the collector car market is headed

#CollectorCars #RMSothebys #MontereyCarWeek #CarSpecialist

Listen to the "Octane FM: Shift, Rev, Repeat" album on Spotify!

Stay connected with The Collector Car Podcast—find us on our Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, or reach out to Greg directly via email.

383: Monterey Auction Madness: RM Sotheby's Leads the Charge Sep 04, 2025

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Monterey Car Week 2025 delivered another unforgettable round of collector car auctions, with record-setting results across the board. In this episode, Greg kicks things off with RM Sotheby's headline-making $26M Ferrari Daytona SP3 sale and their $165M weekend total before diving into Gooding & Christie's $25.3M Ferrari California Spider, Bonhams' Bugatti hypercar showcase led by the $8.6M Divo, and Broad Arrow's diverse mix of Maseratis, Koenigseggs, and JDM legends. From world records to shifting market trends, this recap highlights which cars surprised, which marques dominated, and what it all means for the collector car market heading into 2026.

#MontereyCarWeek #RMSothebys #GoodingChristies #Bonhams #BroadArrow #CollectorCars #Ferrari #Bugatti #Maserati #Koenigsegg #CarAuctions #CarCollector #AuctionResults

Listen to the "Octane FM: Shift, Rev, Repeat" album on Spotify!

Stay connected with The Collector Car Podcast—find us on our Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, or reach out to Greg directly via email.

382: From Ferraris to Wienermobiles - Stories from the Hillsborough Concours Aug 28, 2025

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Join me on The Collector Car Podcast as I sit down with some of the passionate participants from the Hillsborough Concours d'Elegance. We dive deep into the stories behind some truly incredible cars, including a well loved Ferrari 330 GTC, a stunning 1973 BMW 3.0 CS, an ultra-rare Spyker, a tastefully restomodded 1954 Cadillac convertible, and so much more.

From concours-level originality to creative modern builds, these owner stories capture the heart of why we collect, preserve, and celebrate these automotive icons.

New episodes featuring these conversations are rolling out soon — don't miss it!

#HillsboroughConcours #CollectorCars #Ferrari330GTC #BMW30CS #Spyker #RestomodCadillac #ClassicCarPodcast #ConcoursJudging #TheCollectorCarPodcast #CarCollectors #ExoticCars #HistoricCars #CarShowLife #ClassicCarCulture

Listen to the "Octane FM: Shift, Rev, Repeat" album on Spotify!

Stay connected with The Collector Car Podcast—find us on our Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, or reach out to Greg directly via email.

381: Shelby Legends at The Quail Aug 21, 2025

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Monterey Car Week is always full of incredible stories, and this year I captured four of the best at The Quail. In this episode, these include:

Craig Jackson – to dive into the legend of Big Red, the infamous Shelby that became a symbol of speed and rebellion.
Brian Styles – who shares the fascinating history of the only 1967 Shelby convertible ever built, a true one-off that rewrote the Shelby story.
Vern Estes – who brings his expertise on the ultra-rare 1965 GT350R, the competition-bred Shelbys that cemented Carroll Shelby's racing legacy.

From one-offs to race cars, each of these interviews reveals how Shelby's creations became some of the most important cars in American performance history.

Whether you're a Shelby fanatic or just love hearing the stories behind the world's rarest collector cars, this episode is packed with insider insights straight from The Quail during Monterey Car Week.

🔗 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.

#Shelby #GT350R #BigRedShelby #ShelbyConvertible #CraigJackson #BrianStyles #VernEstes #CarrollShelby #TheQuail #MontereyCarWeek #CollectorCars #CarPodcast #TheCollectorCarPodcast

Listen to the "Octane FM: Shift, Rev, Repeat" album on Spotify!

Stay connected with The Collector Car Podcast—find us on our Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, or reach out to Greg directly via email.

380: Concours from Coast to Coast with Bill Rothermel Aug 14, 2025

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🎙 "Concours from Coast to Coast with Bill Rothermel"

This week, I sit down with Bill Rothermel, one of the most recognizable voices in the concours world. As the master of ceremonies for prestigious automotive events from Pebble Beach to Amelia Island, Bill has seen it all — the breathtaking classics, the nail-biting judging moments, and the behind-the-scenes stories you won't hear anywhere else.

We discuss how he prepares for each show, the art of keeping an audience engaged, and his most memorable moments calling Best of Show winners. Plus, Bill shares his insight on what makes a concours truly great and how these events preserve automotive history for generations to come.

🌐 Learn more about Bill and his work at:

Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance

🎧 Subscribe now and join us for a front-row seat to the glamour, chrome, and camaraderie of concours events across the country.

#Concours #ConcoursDElegance #ClassicCars #PebbleBeach #AmeliaIsland #BillRothermel #CarShow #BestOfShow #VintageCars #CollectorCars #AutomotiveHistory #CarCulture #TheCollectorCarPodcast #CarPodcast #RMEvents

Listen to the "Octane FM: Shift, Rev, Repeat" album on Spotify!

Stay connected with The Collector Car Podcast—find us on our Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, or reach out to Greg directly via email.

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