380: Concours from Coast to Coast with Bill Rothermel
Release Date: 08/14/2025
393: The Hilton Head Concours: Racecars, Corvettes, Porsches & She-Crab Soup
The Collector Car Podcast
After a 19-hour travel day (and spending Halloween 30,000 feet above Manhattan), Greg and Jenni finally touched down in the Lowcountry for one of the most whispered-about events in the collector car world â the Hilton Head Island Concours dâElegance. In this episode, Greg recaps the weekend and shares interviews with some of the eventâs standout personalities and cars: Dale Critz â on his collection of historic racecars and what it takes to keep them on track and authentic. Kevin McKay â the Corvette restoration legend shares stories from his famous âautopsy partiesâ, where...
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392: What It Takes to Become a Concours Judge â with David Eichenbaum
The Collector Car Podcast
Ever wonder what it takes to become a concours judge at the worldâs most prestigious car shows? In this episode, Greg sits down with David Eichenbaum, a respected Ferrari expert and Pebble Beach Concours dâElegance judge, to pull back the curtain on the world of automotive judging. From the rigorous selection process and deep marque knowledge required to the fine art of evaluating authenticity, presentation, and preservation, David shares what separates a good car from a truly exceptional one on the show field. Hear firsthand stories from Pebble Beach, learn how judging criteria evolve...
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391: From Shelby to GumballâThe Art and Story of Ian Espich
The Collector Car Podcast
From being brought home in a 1966 Shelby GT350 to founding the , artist and Navy veteran has lived a life fueled by creativity and car culture. Host explores how his early days in his familyâs custom paint shop, his service in the U.S. Navy, and his lifelong passion for automobiles all merge on canvasâcelebrating speed, style, and soul. Website: https://www.gumball-gallery.com/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/gumball_gallery/ #CollectorCarPodcast #GumballGallery #AutomotiveArt #CarCulture #ShelbyGT350 Do you need help buying or selling your collector car? Contact Greg directly at...
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390: Steve Purdy and âMascots in Motionâ
The Collector Car Podcast
In this episode, I sit down with Steve Purdy â writer, photographer, producer, and automotive historian â to discuss his stunning new art book, Mascots in Motion. This beautifully crafted coffee table book celebrates over 40 years of photographing the details of special cars and sharing their stories. Featuring more than 300 original images captured âin the wildâ at events and venues across the country, Mascots in Motion explores the artistry, culture, and history behind some of the worldâs most captivating automotive mascots and design details. Steve shares his creative process, the...
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389: Original Owners-From Fordâs 428 CJ to Lotusâ Final Esprit
The Collector Car Podcast
Ever wonder what itâs like to buy a dream car newâand 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 beâand what it was like to drive one home from the factory. Then, Greg talks with John Janisch, who purchased his 2004 Lotus Esprit V8 Final Edition brand-newâthe very end of Lotusâ exotic,...
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388: The Little Red D-Type and a Ringbrothers Masterpiece
The Collector Car Podcast
This week, Iâm back on the Monterey Peninsula for two of the most spectacular automotive events on earthâPebble Beach Concours dâElegance and The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering. I review one of the most talked-about cars on social media: the Jaguar XKD, known as the âLittle Red D-Typeâ on Instagramâa car whose restoration and racing pedigree stopped enthusiasts in their tracks. Then we shift gears to the Ringbrothersâ jaw-dropping Aston Martin build revealed at The Quail, a fusion of British elegance and American engineering audacity. From the soft morning light on the Pebble...
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387: Car Specialist Jake OâGorman & RM Sotheby's Hershey Fall Sale
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In this episode of The Collector Car Podcast, I sit down with Jake OâGorman, Car Specialist at RM Sothebyâs, 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 worldâs leading collector car auction house, offering insights into the day-to-day life of a specialist and the skills required to connect the right cars with the right collectors. We also dive into the upcoming RM Sothebyâs Hershey Fall Auction, a cornerstone event for pre- and...
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386: Heidi Mraz at Waterworks - When Car Culture Becomes Fine Art
The Collector Car Podcast
This week I step inside Waterworks Visual Arts Center in Salisbury, NC to experience Heidi Mrazâs immersive automotive art exhibit. Heidi transforms fragmentsâvintage brochures, race maps, workshop notes, paint chipsâinto 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 walls as much as it does on concours lawns. If you love the smell of old manuals, the poetry of patina, or the way a great road trip rearranges your brain,...
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385: Built to Thrill - The Shelby Legacy with Gary Patterson
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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 explore the full throttle story of Americaâs most iconic performance brand. From working alongside Carroll Shelby himself to leading the company into the future with new builds, collector programs, and electric concepts, Gary shares behind-the-scenes stories you wonât hear anywhere else. Plus: A preview of whatâs next for the Shelby GT...
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384: How To Become A Car Specialist With RM Sotheby's President Gord Duff
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What does it really take to become a Car Specialist at the worldâs leading collector car auction house? In this episode, I sit down with Gord Duff, President of RM Sothebyâs, to explore the skills, knowledge, and passion required to succeed in one of the most exciting careers in the automotive world. Gord shares his personal journey, offers insider advice for aspiring specialists, and explains how RM Sothebyâs evaluates and markets the rarest cars in the world. We also review the recent Monterey results, highlighting market trends, record-setting sales, and what they mean for collectors...
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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 Island, Bill has seen it all â the breathtaking classics, the nail-biting judging moments, and the behind-the-scenes stories you wonât hear anywhere else.
We discuss how he prepares for each show, the art of keeping an audience engaged, and his most memorable moments calling Best of Show winners. Plus, Bill shares his insight on what makes a concours truly great and how these events preserve automotive history for generations to come.
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