Ever wonder what it takes to become a concours judge at the world's most prestigious car shows? In this episode, Greg sits down with David Eichenbaum, a respected Ferrari expert and Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance judge, to pull back the curtain on the world of automotive judging.

From the rigorous selection process and deep marque knowledge required to the fine art of evaluating authenticity, presentation, and preservation, David shares what separates a good car from a truly exceptional one on the show field. Hear firsthand stories from Pebble Beach, learn how judging criteria evolve with time, and discover how passion, precision, and diplomacy come together in one of the most exclusive roles in the collector car world.

Whether you're an aspiring judge, a concours competitor, or simply a fan of the world's most beautiful automobiles, this conversation offers a rare glimpse behind the velvet ropes of concours culture.

#CollectorCarPodcast #PebbleBeachConcours #ConcoursdElegance #Ferrari #FerrariJudge #CarCulture #ConcoursJudge #ClassicCars #PebbleBeach #FerrariCollector #AutomotiveHeritage #CarShow #CollectorCars #CarEnthusiast #ConcoursLife #AutoJudging #VintageCars #CarPodcast #FerrariPassion

Do you need help buying or selling your collector car? Contact Greg directly at [email protected] or [email protected].

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 [email protected]. Interested in consigning a car at an RM Sotheby's auction? Contact Greg directly at [email protected].

From being brought home in a 1966 Shelby GT350 to founding the Gumball Gallery, artist and Navy veteran Ian Espich has lived a life fueled by creativity and car culture. Host Greg Stanley explores how his early days in his family's custom paint shop, his service in the U.S. Navy, and his lifelong passion for automobiles all merge on canvas—celebrating speed, style, and soul.

Website: https://www.gumball-gallery.com/

Instagram: http://instagram.com/gumball_gallery/

#CollectorCarPodcast #GumballGallery #AutomotiveArt #CarCulture #ShelbyGT350

Do you need help buying or selling your collector car? Contact Greg directly at [email protected] or [email protected].

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 [email protected]. Interested in consigning a car at an RM Sotheby's auction? Contact Greg directly at [email protected].

In this episode, I sit down with Steve Purdy — writer, photographer, producer, and automotive historian — to discuss his stunning new art book, Mascots in Motion. This beautifully crafted coffee table book celebrates over 40 years of photographing the details of special cars and sharing their stories.

Featuring more than 300 original images captured "in the wild" at events and venues across the country, Mascots in Motion explores the artistry, culture, and history behind some of the world's most captivating automotive mascots and design details. Steve shares his creative process, the stories behind his favorite shots, and what it means to preserve automotive art through photography and storytelling.

This book — designed and produced by Michigan-based, award-winning publisher M.J. Jacobs, LLC — is a must-have for anyone who loves art, automotive design, history, and culture.

Learn more about Steve and his work at https://shunpikerproductions.com/.

#CollectorCarPodcast #StevePurdy #MascotsInMotion #CarPhotography #AutomotiveArt #CarCulture #ClassicCars #ArtBook #CarDesign #CarHistorians #AutomotiveHistory

Do you need help buying or selling your collector car? Contact Greg directly at [email protected] or [email protected].

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 [email protected]. Interested in consigning a car at an RM Sotheby's auction? Contact Greg directly at [email protected].

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 [email protected] or [email protected].

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 [email protected]. Interested in consigning a car at an RM Sotheby's auction? Contact Greg directly at [email protected].

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

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 [email protected]. Interested in consigning a car at an RM Sotheby's auction? Contact Greg directly at [email protected].

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

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.

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 [email protected]. Interested in consigning a car at an RM Sotheby's auction? Contact Greg directly at [email protected].

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

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.

#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!

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 [email protected]. Interested in consigning a car at an RM Sotheby's auction? Contact Greg directly at [email protected].

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.

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 Shelby safe, too.

🔗 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.

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 [email protected]. Interested in consigning a car at an RM Sotheby's auction? Contact Greg directly at [email protected].

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.

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 [email protected]. Interested in consigning a car at an RM Sotheby's auction? Contact Greg directly at [email protected].

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.

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 [email protected]. Interested in consigning a car at an RM Sotheby's auction? Contact Greg directly at [email protected].