378: Golden Goat: The Original Ownerâs Road Back Home
The Collector Car Podcast
đ§ 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 GTOâa man who bought the car brand-new, sold it less than two years later, and never stopped searching. Youâll hear the full story: đ How he chose the GTO off the lot in the summer of '67 đ Why he had to let it go đ The decades-long journey to find it again đ§ The emotional moment he opened the garage door and saw it after all those...
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377: Montana LLCs & Million-Dollar Missteps with John Draneas
The Collector Car Podcast
Whatâs 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 Draneas to unpack the legal land mines that come with tax loopholes, LLCs, and authenticity claims. We cover: Why so many collectors flock to Montanaâand what state tax authorities are doing about it Real-world examples of buyers losing millions on cars with faked...
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376: Walking the Docks and the Lawn â Keels & Wheels Concours dâElegance
The Collector Car Podcast
Join me for a one-of-a-kind walking tour through the Keels & Wheels Concours dâElegance, 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 legacy of her father and the TVR Griffith she brought to the show. We also take in the jaw-dropping sights of modern and vintage supercarsâfrom the iconic Ferrari F40 to the mind-bending Aston Martin Valkyrie. But itâs not just about cars. We stroll through the...
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375: James Bond is back at the Keeneland Concours d'Elegance
The Collector Car Podcast
This week, Greg Stanley sits down with Joe Kaminkow, legendary game designer and lifelong car enthusiast, to discuss his incredible tribute to 007âa newly created James Bond Aston Martin DB5. Painstakingly detailed and packed with authentic gadgets, this custom-built icon will be showcased at this yearâs Keeneland Concours dâElegance. Also joining the conversation is Tom Jones, Executive Director of Keeneland Concours, who gives us the inside scoop on this yearâs must-see displays, rare cars, and the story behind how Kaminkowâs Bond car became the centerpiece of the show. And to top...
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Octane FM - James Bond's Silver Ghost in a Tuxedo
The Collector Car Podcast
James Bondâs 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 carâsleek, silver, and shaken⊠not stirred. đ€ Lyrics & Music by Octane FM đŹ Inspired by Bond films from Goldfinger to No Time to Die đž Style: Cinematic Rock / Spy Theme đ Subscribe for more automotive anthems đ Stream on all platforms soon #JamesBond #AstonMartinDB5 #007 #BondCar #OctaneFM...
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Octane FM - The French Don't Care
The Collector Car Podcast
Bienvenue to the quirkiest ride on the road! đ«đ·đ "The French Donât Care" is a comedic tribute to CitroĂ«nâs weird and wonderful world â where hydropneumatic suspensions, rotating headlights, and existential shrugs are just part of the charm. Whether you're a lover of 2CVs, DS models, or just appreciate a good accordion solo and some Gallic indifference, this one's for you. đš Expect poetry on wheels, a touch of chaos, and absolutely zero apologies. đ¶ âThe horn honks Camembert, and the clutchâs not thereâŠâ đ§đ„đ Hit play, sip something French, and embrace the...
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Octane FM - Hot Rod Roots (So-Cal Nights)
The Collector Car Podcast
đ„ Welcome to the birthplace of speed, chrome, and rebellion. đ„ âHot Rod Roots (So-Cal Nights)â is a high-octane tribute to the golden age of hot rodding in Southern California. From the dry lakebeds of El Mirage to the backstreets of Van Nuys, this track captures the spirit of a generation that lived for horsepower, moonlight drags, and the roar of a flathead V8. Whether you wrench in your garage or just love the smell of race gas in the morning, this oneâs for the gearheads, greasers, and garage kings who made history on four wheels. đ¶ Crank it up, drop the clutch, and let the...
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374: Roaring Style - Ken Gross on the Golden Age of French Automobiles and Art
The Collector Car Podcast
Join The Collector Car Podcast for a special conversation with renowned automotive historian and curator Ken Gross as we explore âRoaring: Art, Fashion and the Automobile in France, 1918-1939â exhibit at the Saint Louis Art Museum. This stunning showcase celebrates the luxurious, avant-garde world of 1930s French automobiles and the art, fashion, and innovation that defined the era. Ken takes us behind the scenes of this extraordinary exhibit, highlighting masterworks from Bugatti, Delahaye, Talbot-Lago, and Hispano-Suizaâcars as much at home in a museum as they were on the boulevards of...
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Octane FM - Gas Was A $1.09
The Collector Car Podcast
Take a trip down memory lane with "Gas Was One Dollar and Nine Cents" â the ultimate boomer anthem for anyone who remembers when fuel was cheap, cars were loud, and freedom came with a carburetor. This nostalgic tribute celebrates the golden era of V8s, T-tops, cassette tapes, and late-night cruises down Main Street. Whether you lived it or just wish you had, crank this one up and toast to the good old days when your wallet didnât cry at the pump. đ¶ Subscribe for more car-themed songs and automotive nostalgia! đ§ Listen on [Spotify/Apple Music link placeholder] đ» More hits from...
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Octane FM - Rust Belt Romance
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This is Rust Belt Romance â a heart-pounding rock ballad about a love story between a devoted restorer and a rusted-out relic of the past. Set against the gritty backdrop of Americaâs industrial heartland, this song is a tribute to second chances, busted knuckles, and the beauty of bringing something broken back to life. From field-find to full revival, this anthem captures the soul of classic car lovers everywhere. đž Stream it. Share it. Crank it up in the garage. đ Subscribe for more car-themed music from Octane FM! đ§ Now streaming on all platforms. #RustBeltRomance #CarLoveSong...
info_outlineđ Buckle up for a hilarious musical tribute to the worldâs most notorious little car â the Yugo! From its rattling start to its heroic attempts at hitting 30 mph, âYou Go, Yugo!â is a love letter to a vehicle that did its best⊠kind of.
đ¶ This retro rock ânâ roll jam brings the laughs, the nostalgia, and just enough smoke from the tailpipe. Whether you owned one, knew someone who did, or just love poking fun at automotive underdogs â this oneâs for you.
đ Donât forget to like, subscribe, and drop your Yugo stories in the comments below!
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