The Collector Car Podcast

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 on...

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 ...

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 insig...

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 w...

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 ...

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 person...

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...

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

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...

🎙 "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...

"Concours from Coast to Coast" is a fun, swing-inspired anthem celebrating the glamour, chrome, and occasional chaos of being the MC at America's most prestigious car shows. From Pebble Beach to Florida's shore, it's a musical joyride through dawn patrols, champagne toasts, and the roar of Best of Show winners.

Whether you're a concours regular, a classic car fanatic, or just love a good story set to music, this one's for you.

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🎵 Monterey Chrome | The Ultimate Monterey Car Week Anthem 🚗💨

Experience the thrill, elegance, and adrenaline of Monterey Car Week with Monterey Chrome—an original song celebrating the greatest automotive spectacle on earth. From sunrise drives on 17-Mile Drive to million-dollar bids un...

🎙️ New Episode: Monterey Magic – Inside RM Sotheby's Epic 2025 Sale

Buckle up—this episode is all about the hottest collector cars on the planet as we dive into RM Sotheby's jaw-dropping 2025 Monterey lineup.

From the ultra-exclusive

🎧 Episode Description:
What happens when you sell the car of your dreams… and spend the next forty years trying to get it back? In this episode of The Collector Car Podcast, we sit down with the original owner of a stunning 1967 Gold Pontiac GTO—a man who bought the car brand-new, sol...

🎧 Episode Description:
What happens when you sell the car of your dreams… and spend the next forty years trying to get it back? In this episode of The Collector Car Podcast, we sit down with the original owner of a stunning 1967 Gold Pontiac GTO—a man who bought the car brand-new, sol...

What's the real risk of registering your Ferrari or Bugatti under a Montana LLC? And how can you protect yourself when buying a multi-million-dollar classic with questionable provenance? In this episode of The Collector Car Podcast, Greg Stanley sits down with collector car attorney and Sports Car Market columnist John Dr...

Join me for a one-of-a-kind walking tour through the Keels & Wheels Concours d'Elegance, where stunning classic cars and vintage wooden boats share the spotlight on the waterfront grounds of Seabrook, Texas.

In this episode, I chat with passionate participants, including the daughter of Jack Griffith, who proudly shares the ...

This week, Greg Stanley sits down with Joe Kaminkow, legendary game designer and lifelong car enthusiast, to discuss his incredible tribute to 007—a newly created James Bond Aston Martin DB5. Painstakingly detailed and packed with authentic gadgets, this custom-built icon will be sh...

James Bond's legendary Aston Martin DB5 takes center stage in this cinematic rock anthem. From machine guns to martinis, "Silver Ghost in a Tuxedo" captures the class, danger, and iconic cool of 007's most famous ride. Buckle up for a high-octane tribute to the ultimate spy car—sleek, silver, and shaken… not stirred.

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