373: Running the Concours Show Circuit with Jason Manns
The Collector Car Podcast
On this episode of The Collector Car Podcast, I visit in Festus, Missouri—one of the nation’s premier restoration shops where history, horsepower, and hand-built craftsmanship collide. I sit down with Jason Manns to talk about some of the extraordinary projects currently in the shop, including a wild and rare Spohn-bodied custom, a restomodded 1970 Mustang Boss 429 with modern muscle under the hood, and a stunning prewar Bugatti receiving concours-level attention. Jason shares insights into what it takes to prepare a car for the elite concours circuit—from Pebble Beach to Amelia...
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Octane FM - Silver Pulse (Penske 963)
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Experience the futuristic fusion of speed, heritage, and sound in “Silver Pulse (Penske 963)” — a techno-inspired anthem dedicated to the one-of-one Porsche Nine Sixty-Three created for Roger Penske. This electrified tribute honors the legacy of the only road-legal silver Porsche Nine Seventeen and captures the pulse of performance, precision, and Porsche’s relentless pursuit of perfection. 🎧 Let the beat take you from pit lane to moonlight highways as the Silver Ghost rides again. 🔥 Inspired by: Porsche 963 One-Off Roger Penske's Legacy The road-legal Porsche 917 Le Mans...
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Octane FM - He Bought It for the VIN
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This satirical anthem dives into the hilarious world of collector car purists—the folks who would rather have a rusty chassis with a matching VIN than a pristine driver with the wrong carburetor stamp. If you've ever obsessed over date codes, build sheets, or factory chalk marks… this one’s for you. 🔧 Whether you're a Corvette NCRS judge or just VIN-curious, this song celebrates (and roasts) the lengths some will go to preserve originality over driveability. 🎸 Like, comment, and subscribe for more car-themed songs from Octane FM! 👇 Drop your funniest VIN obsession story in the...
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Octane FM - Last Carb on Earth
The Collector Car Podcast
What happens when the world leaves you behind? "Last Carb on Earth" is a haunting dubstep ballad from the perspective of a forgotten carburetor in a world ruled by electronic fuel injection. This track blends mechanical nostalgia with emotional depth, heavy bass drops, and glitchy rhythms to tell a story of obsolescence, identity, and horsepower long past. 🔧 Crank the volume and honor the era of jets, chokes, and throttle plates. 🎧 Stream now and subscribe for more car-themed beats. 📼 Music by Octane FM – where combustion meets composition. #LastCarbOnEarth #DubstepBallad...
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Octane FM - Redline Valentine
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Buckle up for Redline Valentine — a high-octane love story that lives at 8,000 RPM. This intense rock anthem tells the tale of two souls colliding on the edge of control, where passion meets pavement and every heartbeat is a downshift. With roaring guitars, relentless drums, and a full-throttle hook, this is not your average valentine. 🔥 Turn it up. Hit the redline. Fall in love with speed. 🎧 Stream now and join the ride. #RedlineValentine #CarLoveSong #HighRPM #LoveAt8000RPM #RockAnthem #GearheadRomance #OctaneFM #DrivingSong #ValentinesRock #PetrolheadMusic #RedlineRomance...
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372: Jay Ward - Pixar's Car Guy, Hillsborough Judge & the Story Behind Cars
The Collector Car Podcast
In this special episode of The Collector Car Podcast, Pixar’s Jay Ward returns—not just as the man behind Cars, but as a guest judge at the Hillsborough Concours d’Elegance, one of the most prestigious collector car events on the West Coast. Host Greg Stanley chats with Jay about how the Cars franchise continues to bridge the gap between animation and authentic automotive passion. From his work developing iconic characters like Lightning McQueen and Doc Hudson to his personal love of vintage steel, Jay shares how real collector cars helped inspire the Pixar universe—and vice versa....
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Octane FM - Lightning Lit the Spark
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Did Cars from Pixar ignite your passion for automobiles? You're not alone. "Lightning Lit the Spark" is a heartfelt tribute to the film that turned bedroom floors into racetracks and diecast cars into lifelong obsessions. From Radiator Springs to real-life racetracks, this song celebrates the journey of every kid who fell in love with cars because of Lightning McQueen, Doc Hudson, Mater, and the crew. 🎶 Stream it, share it, and tag a fellow car kid who never grew out of it. Subscribe for more car-inspired music, stories, and nostalgia! #CarsMovie #PixarCars #LightningMcQueen #CarEnthusiast...
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Octane FM - Japanese Kei Car Tribute
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Buckle up for the tiniest joyride of your life! 🚗💨 “Kawaii Kei Car” is a funny and adorable tribute to Japan’s beloved kei cars — those pint-sized legends that rule the streets with charm, style, and just enough horsepower to make your grandma smile. From Tokyo alleyways to Osaka highways, this song celebrates the big heart in a small frame. 💕 🎶 Whether you drive a Suzuki Cappuccino, Honda Beat, or just dream of one, this anthem is for every kei car lover out there! 👉 Like, subscribe, and share if you've ever fallen in love with a car that could probably fit in your...
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Octane FM - The Hypercar Trifecta
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This song pays tribute to the legendary trio of hybrid hypercars that redefined automotive performance: the Ferrari LaFerrari, McLaren P1, and Porsche 918 Spyder. Each brought its own vision of speed, technology, and style—combustion meets electric fury, and the result was nothing short of iconic. 🎸 Turn it up and relive the glory of the ultimate hypercar trifecta. Whether you’re a Ferrari fan, a McLaren maniac, or a Porsche purist—this one's for you. 🎧 Subscribe to Octane FM for more car-themed songs, collector car content, and tributes to the greatest machines on wheels....
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Octane FM - The Million-Dollar Barn Find
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What starts as a quiet country drive turns into the discovery of a lifetime in “The Million-Dollar Barn Find” — a dramatic, heartfelt ballad about uncovering a forgotten classic car buried in time. Inspired by true stories from the collector car world, this song captures the thrill, mystery, and emotion of stumbling upon automotive gold beneath layers of dust and history. Whether you’re a gearhead, a dreamer, or someone who just loves a great story, this one’s for you. 🎶 Turn it up, wipe off the windshield, and take a ride through time. Subscribe for more car-inspired songs, barn...
info_outlineMonterey Car Week can be overwhelming. Join Greg Stanley and find out the 18 cars you must see while in California. Greg shares them all from the unveilings at The Quail, to the cars on offer at the auctions and on the show field at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Cars mentioned this episode:
- RM Sotheby’s Best of Show Candidate
- RM Sotheby’s Big Ferraris on offer
- RM Sotheby’s Vectors on offer
- Koenigsegg 2005 CCR and GT1 Competition Coupe
- 1975 Porsche 911
- Cadillac Sollei
- Eccentrica Diablo Restomod
- Lamborghini Temerario
- Pagani Utopia Roadster
- McLaren P18
- Porsche Hypercar
- 1969 Ford GT40 Lightweight
- 1959 Porsche 718 RSK Center Seat
- 1919 American LaFrance La Bestioni Torpedo Roadster
- 1983 Mercedes-Benz 500 SL 'AMG'
- 1938 Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B Lungo Spider
- 1913 Mercer 35-J Raceabout
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