421: Driving the Future of Car Culture with RPM Foundation and Nick Ellis
Release Date: 05/28/2026
422: Stories from the Auction Block with Stephen Cox Former Mecum Auctions Announcer
The Collector Car Podcast
What is it really like behind the microphone at some of the biggest collector car auctions in the world? This week on , 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 million dollar collector cars crossing the stage, Stephen shares what makes the auction world so exciting and how the energy of a live sale can completely change the fate of a car. We also discuss the evolution of the collector car...
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421: Driving the Future of Car Culture with RPM Foundation and Nick Ellis
The Collector Car Podcast
What happens when the next generation no longer knows how to restore, preserve, or even understand the cars we love? This week on , 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 enthusiasts. We talk about the growing skills gap in the restoration world, why preserving automotive craftsmanship matters, and how RPM Foundation is connecting students with collectors, museums, and restoration shops before this...
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420: Creating Velocity Invitational and America’s Ultimate Automotive Weekend
The Collector Car Podcast
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 for blending historic race cars, modern hypercars, fine dining, wine, and luxury lifestyle experiences into one unforgettable weekend. We also discuss: The inspiration behind Velocity Invitational ...
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419: Air-Cooled Icons Reborn with Peter Nam of Gunther Werks
The Collector Car Podcast
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 construction, incredible performance, and handcrafted luxury into a truly bespoke driving experience. Peter shares the story behind the brand, what makes Gunther Werks different from traditional...
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418: Inside the Market with Stewart Howden of Classic Auto Mall
The Collector Car Podcast
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 a changing landscape. Whether you're buying, selling, or just watching the trends, this is a candid, insider look at where the collector car world is headed. #CollectorCars #ClassicCars...
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417: Dream Corvettes, Smart Coverage, and Keep Cash or Crush with Adam Boca of NCM Insurance
The Collector Car Podcast
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 Corvette from every generation of the Chevrolet Corvette, from the iconic C1 all the way to the modern C8. There are some obvious choices… and a few curveballs you won’t see coming. We wrap...
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416: Hagerty’s Dave Kinney on Where Collector Car Values Are Heading
The Collector Car Podcast
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 the smartest opportunities hiding right now? If you care about where the collector car market is going next, this is an episode you do not want to miss. Hashtags #collectorcars #carvalues...
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415: Inside the Heritage Invitational The Cars and the Stories Behind Them
The Collector Car Podcast
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 builds, these are the kinds of cars that define ten tenths. But the real story is why these owners chose them, what they mean to them, and what it is like to live with something extraordinary. If you...
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414: Collectible Classics Joey Benjamini Redefining the Dealership Model
The Collector Car Podcast
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 sellers in a way the classic car world hasn’t seen before. We dive into how their approach works, why it’s so effective, and what it means for the future of collector car transactions. If...
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413: The Bachman Ferrari Effect with Chris Miele
The Collector Car Podcast
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 watching the Ferrari market closely, this is one you don’t want to miss. #CollectorCarPodcast #FerrariMarket #Mecum #BachmanCollection #PrancingHorses #Ferrari #CarCollectors #ClassicCars #CarMarket...
info_outlineWhat 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 enthusiasts.
We talk about the growing skills gap in the restoration world, why preserving automotive craftsmanship matters, and how RPM Foundation is connecting students with collectors, museums, and restoration shops before this knowledge disappears forever.
If you care about the future of collector cars, concours preservation, vintage racing, restoration, or simply keeping automotive passion alive for the next generation, this is an episode you do not want to miss.
Learn more at: https://www.rpm.foundation/
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