In the second episode of the Classic Driver Talks podcast, J.P. Rathgen sits down with one of the most influential figures in the collector car world: Simon Kidston. Renowned as an independent broker, advisor, historian, and commentator, Kidston has spent decades operating at the very pinnacle of the classic car market. Born into a family steeped in British motorsport lore — his father, Commander Home Kidston, was an avid car racer, and his uncle was the legendary 1920s "Bentley Boy" Glen Kidston — and raised between Italy and Switzerland, his passion for exceptional automobiles evolved into a career defined by landmark auctions, discreet private transactions, and an unparalleled understanding of automotive provenance, rarity, and value. From co-founding Brooks Europe to establishing his own advisory firm, Kidston has become the trusted confidant behind some of the most significant collector car deals ever completed. And yes, we did ask him about history’s most expensive car sale...

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Presenter: J.P. Rathgen

Editor-in-Chief: Jan Baedeker

Social Media Manager: Elliot Newton

Video Production, Editing & Sound Engineering: Alpineracer

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Classic Driver Talks Episode 1

Introducing Classic Driver Talks — a new video podcast series exploring the people, passions, and perspectives driving the collector car world. Hosted by JP Rathgen, each episode features a leading figure from the automotive community in conversation at the Classic Driver Garage in Switzerland.

Our first guest is Augustin “Gus” Sabatié-Garat. He is a renowned classic car specialist and auction expert with RM Sotheby’s, known for his expertise in European collector cars.

Subscribe to Classic Driver on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcast for early access to the next episode of Classic Driver Talks.

Presenter: J.P. Rathgen

Editor-in-Chief: Jan Baedeker

Social Media Manager: Elliot Newton

Video Production, Editing & Sound Engineering: Alpineracer

Classic Driver © 2026 - All rights reserved

Introducing Classic Driver Talks - exploring the people and perspectives in the collector car world.