The Collector Car Podcast

Australia has produced some of the toughest off-road vehicles, legendary V8 sedans, passionate enthusiasts, and one of the most unique automotive cultures in the world. In this episode, I sit down with Australian automotive journalist and four-wheel-drive expert Allan Whiting to explore what makes Australia's car scene so different from anywhere else. We discuss everything from the country's love...

Some of the most fascinating cars at a concours aren't always the ones drawing the biggest crowds. In this special episode of The Collector Car Podcast , I walk the show field at the EyesOn Design Concours d'Elegance, talking with passionate owners about the stories behind their remarkable automobiles. Featured interviews include: The incredibly rare 1990 Eunos Cosmos , one of the world's first pr...

What does it take to transform horsepower, history, and emotion into fine art? This week on The Collector Car Podcast, I sit down with internationally recognized automotive artist Shannon Fannin to discuss her unique journey from car enthusiast to acclaimed vehicle painter. Known for blending photorealism with abstract elements, Shannon's work captures everything from classic American iron and Eur...

Some of the greatest collector cars in the world are not hidden away in garages. They are driven, raced, and passionately enjoyed by the people who own them. This week on The Collector Car Podcast , I bring you a special series of conversations recorded at Velocity Invitational , where I sat down with collector car owners to hear the stories behind the machines. From rare race cars and historic sp...

Vintage trucks and classic SUVs are hotter than ever, but what does it take to turn an old workhorse into a world class custom build? This week on The CollectorCarPodcast.com , I sit down with Jason Noel of Fat Fender Garage to talk about the booming market for custom vintage trucks and SUVs, the craftsmanship behind these builds, and why enthusiasts are falling in love with classic utility vehicl...

What is it really like behind the microphone at some of the biggest collector car auctions in the world? This week on The Collector Car Podcast , I sit down with Stephen Cox , longtime announcer with Mecum Auctions , to talk about the unforgettable cars, wild moments, celebrity appearances, and behind the scenes stories from years on the auction block. From muscle cars and American classics to mil...

What happens when the next generation no longer knows how to restore, preserve, or even understand the cars we love? This week on The Collector Car Podcast , I sit down with Nick Ellis of RPM Foundation to discuss one of the most important missions in the collector car world today: preserving the future of the hobby through education, apprenticeships, and hands on opportunities for young enthusias...

This week on the Collector Car Podcast, I sit down with Jeff O'Neill to discuss how he transformed a passion for motorsports, wine, hospitality, and historic racing into one of the most exciting automotive events in the country: Velocity Invitational . Jeff shares the behind-the-scenes story of launching the event, the challenges of creating a world-class experience from scratch, and his vision fo...

This week on The Collector Car Podcast , I sit down with Peter Nam to discuss the philosophy, craftsmanship, and obsession behind Gunther Werks — the company redefining what an air-cooled Porsche can be. We dive into how the legendary 993-generation Porsche 911 became the foundation for one of the most respected reimagined sports cars in the world, blending modern engineering, carbon fiber constru...

What's really happening in today's collector car market? I sit down with Stewart Howden of Classic Auto Mall to break it all down—from shifting buyer behavior to which cars are gaining momentum (and which ones are quietly cooling off). We also go behind the scenes of Classic Auto Mall's unique consignment model, how they're navigating today's market dynamics, and what it takes to move inventory in...

What happens when you combine collector car insurance expertise with America's sports car? You get one seriously fun episode. I sit down with Adam Boca of NCM Insurance to break down what makes their company different in the collector car space and why having the right coverage matters more than ever in today's market. Then we shift gears into pure enthusiast mode. Adam and I each pick our dream C...

The books have officially landed—and I kick off this episode by sharing the arrival of The Enthusiast's Guide to Collector Cars fresh off the press. Then we get into it. I sit down with Dave Kinney from Hagerty, one of the most trusted voices in collector car valuations, to break down what is really happening in today's market. Are prices stabilizing? Which segments are heating up? And where are t...

The Heritage Invitational at Ten Tenths Motor Club brought together some of the most incredible cars in the world. But what made the event truly special was the people behind them. In this episode, I sit down with several owners from the Heritage Invitational to go beyond the show field and into the passion that drives these machines. From a Le Mans winning Ford GT40 to modern icons and one of one...

What does it take to sell more than 200 specialty cars every single month? In this episode, I sit down with Joey Benjamini from Collectible Classics in the Philadelphia area to unpack how they've completely redefined the traditional dealership model. By building and leveraging their own proprietary tech stack, Collectible Classics has created a scalable, high-volume system that connects buyers and...

This week on The Collector Car Podcast, I sit down with Chris Miele of Prancing Horses of Nashville to break down the historic Bachman Ferrari sale at Mecum and what it signals for the broader Ferrari market. We dive into the significance of the collection, standout results, shifting buyer behavior, and where values may be heading next for both blue-chip classics and modern Ferraris. If you're wat...

This week on The Collector Car Podcast, I break down the first official review of The Enthusiast's Guide to Collector Cars and what it means for the book, the hobby, and the next generation of enthusiasts. I also share more behind the scenes stories from the Amelia Concours, from unexpected conversations to standout cars and market insights you will not hear anywhere else. #CollectorCarPodcast #Am...

At The Amelia Concours d'Elegance , the cars may draw the crowds— but the owners are the ones with the stories. In the first of this two- part series, I sit down with several of the passionate collectors who brought their incredible machines to the show field. We talk about what inspired them to acquire their cars, the journeys behind the restorations, and what it actually takes to prepare a car f...

At Moda Miami, the cars are spectacular but the stories behind them are even better. In this episode of The Collector Car Podcast , I speak with the owners of three unforgettable machines: an ultra-rare Ferrari 275 GTB/4 NART Spider , a brutal vintage Allard J2X race car, and a seldom-seen Plymouth Hemi 'Cuda from the golden era of Mopar muscle. We talk about how these cars were found, what it's r...

What happens when vintage American steel meets modern performance engineering? This week on The Collector Car Podcast , I sit down with Daniel van Doveren of Vigilante 4x4 to talk about the booming world of high-end Jeep restomods. Vigilante has quietly become one of the most respected names in the space, transforming classic Willys and early Jeep models into fully reengineered machines with moder...

The spring auction season is here — and the collector car market is about to speak loud and clear. In this episode of The Collector Car Podcast , I break down the headline cars and sleeper opportunities coming to RM Sotheby's Miami , plus the powerhouse offerings headed to Broad Arrow Auctions and Gooding Christie's at Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance . Which cars will set the tone for the 2026 m...

This week on The Collector Car Podcast , I sit down with the one and only Lauren Fix — The Car Coach — to talk about how she got her start, her love for Shelbys and Fox-Bodied Mustangs and what's really happening in today's automotive market. Lauren has appeared on Fox News, CNBC, CNN, and countless automotive outlets, and she doesn't hold back in this discussion. If you care about where the car i...

Podcast Description: In this episode of The Collector Car Podcast , I sit down with Alex Manos , founder of Beverly Hills Car Club , to talk about one of the most fascinating business models in the classic car world. From humble beginnings to becoming one of the largest classic car dealerships in the country, Alex shares how he built a global buying machine—acquiring everything from barn-find Jagu...

Joey Andrews doesn't just race cars—he does it anonymously, fearlessly, and flat-out fast. Known on track as "The Stiglette," Joey has built a reputation for precision driving, competitive racing, and pushing machinery to its limits without ever making it about ego. In this episode, we go behind the helmet to talk about how the Stiglette persona was born, what it takes to compete at a high level,...

In this episode, I sit down with the founder of Helderburg Defenders to go deep into what truly sets these Defenders apart: uncompromising build quality, craftsmanship, and an almost obsessive attention to detail. We talk about what it takes to elevate a Land Rover Defender beyond restoration and into the realm of a truly bespoke machine—where every component, material choice, and finish is intent...

Record prices. Wild color combinations. And a white GTO that quietly told the real story. In this episode, I break down the Bachman Ferrari sale—why so many cars shattered records, why the boldest (and loudest) specs seemed to win, and what this means for the broader Ferrari market going forward. We talk about how extreme colors and one-off specifications are fueling a new wave of Tailor Made Ferr...