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ON TODAYS PROGRAM… MIAMI IS THE REAL 2026 SEASON OPENER!! TURKEY GP RETURNS FOR 2027! JEAN ALESI CRASHES HIS 1969 312 FERRARI AT THE MONACO HISTORIQUES! TOTO KEEPING HIS CARDS CLOSE TO HIS CHEST! BYD ARE TALKING WITH DOMINICALI!!…..AND…. FERNANDO'S VICTORY OVER THE RED BARRON WAS 20 YEARS AGO! AND… THIS WEEK'S NASIR HAMEED CORNER WE HAVE: JEROME D'AMBROSIO AND LANDO NORRIS AT DONINGTON 2015!! On 24 April 2005, the San Marino Grand Prix at Imola became one of the defining races of Fernando Alonso's first championship season. He won for Renault, but the result is remembered above all for the final laps, when Michael Schumacher brought the Ferrari close enough to make every corner matter. Alonso had started second. Schumacher had started 13th on the grid after a difficult qualifying session, yet as his pace came alive, it transformed the afternoon. Kimi Räikkönen had led early for McLaren before retiring with a driveshaft problem, and Alonso inherited a race that soon became a test of control as much as speed. In the closing phase, Schumacher was the faster driver. He had the Ferrari underneath him, the experience of seven world titles behind him, and a circuit where passing was difficult. Alonso had track position, a Renault R25 to protect, and no margin for error. For lap after lap, he placed the car exactly where it needed to be. Alonso crossed the line just 0.215 seconds ahead of Schumacher. After the later BAR-Honda disqualifications, Alexander Wurz was classified third for McLaren Mercedes. Imola 2005 remains a clean piece of Formula 1 memory: pressure, restraint, and two drivers at different points of their stories meeting at the edge of a changing era. Machismo! We spoke with former World Drivers' Champion Nigel Mansell after the regulation refinements were announced and he shared his views. Here's a summary of what he said: It's fabulous that everyone's talking and this is a massive change "I think the fabulous thing is that everyone's talking. It's been a massive change in regulations, both with the car and the engine. I think there's going to be improvements with the harvesting of power. Hopefully, they won't be slowing down too much into some of the corners now.” "I think it is so vitally important for the drivers to be able to drive the cars to the maximum, as opposed to having a computer telling them when they can brake or can't brake. Fernando Alonso made us all laugh by saying that his chef could drive the car better than he could at the moment.” "We have to get back to normality. Formula One is the grand stallion of all racing worldwide and we mustn't lose sight of that. And as technology gathers pace, they can do these other tweaks to do 50/50 later but they just need to give more power to the cars at the moment to go racing.” I'd like to see more power to the elbows of the drivers "In engineering terms, if it's not broken, you don't try to fix it. People don't understand that there's major changes which have been in place for some time. It takes a lot of time for all the teams and manufacturers to put it all together.” "So the complexity of the rules is enormous and if you don't get it right, along with the combination of the power units, harvesting of electrical power, and so on and so forth. It's a minefield.” "Drivers can fall foul of so many regulations and yet it's the computers doing it all. I'd just like to see more power to the elbow of the drivers, as opposed to computers doing it.” "Going back to the 70s and 80s, 90+ percent of the engines were Cosworth DFV. Everyone had the same engines pretty much and we had fantastic racing. You knew the cars, the drivers, the tyres, the mechanics and the engineers made a huge difference.” "Yes we're in the computer age but racing should be as stable as it can be, for everyone to be able to catch up to compete. Everyone's mooting it would be great to have the V10s back for the noise. If you're a purist, the answer is yes. Everybody makes their own V10 and it'll sound fantastic because it's the pinnacle of motorsport.” Challenge for F1 is to balance technological advancement and "racing" "I have tremendous sympathy, and support the drivers one hundred percent with what they're saying. They need to be listened to. They've got a job to do and they do a fantastic job, all of them.” "It's all well and good, coming up with new ideas and regulations. All I'd say to the powers that be is that they've done a fantastic job but they have to work and they have to be able to be implemented safely and properly.” "When they've tweaked it enough that it works, it's fantastic. But until it does work properly for everybody, we need to keep tweaking it, I think urgently now so that we get the show on the road.” "As long as it doesn't carry on for much longer they'll be fine. They're all doing a great job. What the manufacturers have done, the FIA, the governing body and Liberty Media themselves.” "They mustn't lose sight of the fact that the cars need to race properly. It has some growing pains but it has been the most difficult start of any year because they've had three races and then this month or so off. And now we've got Miami so I think everyone's excited about that at the end of next week as we can get racing again.” Mercedes still have the advantage despite regulation refinements "If you're Mercedes you must be incredibly frustrated because you could have gotten a big lead in the championship.” "The people who are struggling, they'd go 'oh, thank you!'. They get a bit more time to sort things out and get ready for the next race.” "It's on both ends of the spectrum. Some people are going to feel very comfortable with it and some will feel frustrated. It's racing anyway. There's always something going on.” "I don't think so (Mercedes and Toto Wolff being disappointed) because we haven't had a proper race yet, if you're a purist. Mercedes have done such a fantastic job, they'll have an advantage all through the year. Their engine is better than anybody else's.” "We're talking purely here about harvesting power and drivers being able to race the cars on the track and at every corner as much as they can. So it's a different thing altogether". "I still think Mercedes will have an advantage all through the year but it's a big development. It's a big development with the cars, with the engines. A month is a very long time and we could see a lot of changes in Miami. Once we get racing properly, everything can stay stable again. It's just that everybody is not racing properly at the moment". These regulation refinements make Miami GP the first pivotal race of the season "I hope everything settles down and we have a great race in Miami.” "I think Miami, because the focus is on it, could be one of the pivotal races this year with all the new tweaks. I think Miami's got hype because obviously without going into the negativity of what's happening in the war, with this month off, everybody's hungry to go racing again. So Miami's going to be under the microscope, and I think it's going to be a fantastic race down there.” "Well, I'll let you know firsthand I'm gonna be there this year for one of the days, so I'm gonna go and have a look. This is my first time in Miami. I haven't been there but Miami is a great spectacle. I think every year when any race returns, there's improvements.” "I'm very optimistic that Miami will be a much better presentation.” Stovebolt Special Returns to Pebble Beach Decades after Historic Run in Last Road Race PEBBLE BEACH, CALIFORNIA (April 22, 2026) — At the drop of the green flag, in what was to be the very last road race at Pebble Beach although no one knew that then, two-time past winner Bill Pollack jumped into the lead in a much-modified car that would come to be known as the “Stovebolt Special”—a 1950 HWM fitted with experimental disc brakes and the very first Chevy V8 to be used in road racing. The date was April 22, 1956. For a brief time, the car led the Ferraris of Phil Hill, Carroll Shelby, and Ernie McAfee as well as every other car in the race. It was powered to win—and might have done so but for the many tight corners of the tree-lined course, which the just-completed special struggled to navigate since its handling was not yet dialed in. Ultimately it finished sixth overall—a fine achievement in a field comprising the top sports racing cars and drivers of the day. Although the Stovebolt Special now resides in England with renowned auto journalist and current owner Simon Taylor, it will return to Pebble Beach this August for the 75th celebration of the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, an event that began in tandem with the Pebble Beach Road Races in 1950. The HWM had already lived a long and storied life when it raced at Pebble Beach. In original form, as a works race car bearing a four-cylinder two-liter Alta engine, it served as the steed for Stirling Moss in his first paid competition. He raced the car for HWM throughout much of the 1950 season, recording several fine results including a third-place finish behind the Alfas of Giuseppe Farina and Juan Manuel Fangio in the Bari Grand Prix. With Johnny Claes at the wheel, the HWM won the Grand Prix des Frontieres. It was also driven by Rudi Fischer and Raymond Sommer. A few years later, the car was sold to 20th Century Fox to be used in the film “The Racers,” starring Kirk Douglas—and was crashed in accord with the script. It was Tom Carstens who bought the wreck and resurrected it for Pebble Beach, not simply rebuilding it, but doing all that he could to improve the chassis, transmission, and body. The new Chevy V8 engine was bored and stroked to just under five liters by Bobby Meeks at Vic Edelbrock's shop and then was fitted in the car by Eddie Kuzma, who managed that task by repositioning the firewall and fabricating new rear bodywork. Ted Halibrand's shop added a quick-change rear axle and the disc brakes. The finished creation was called the Stovebolt Special by “Sports Cars Illustrated” magazine—and the name stuck. The return of the Stovebolt Special to Pebble Beach is made possible thanks to Simon Taylor as well as the American Hot Rod Foundation (ahrf.com), particularly founder Steve Memishian and foundation manager David Steele.The “Stovebolt Special” among several race cars in competition at the very last road race through the tree-lined course in Pebble Beach. Photo Credit: Julian P. Graham / Pebble Beach Company Lagorio ArchivesThe 75th Concours will pay tribute to its historic ties in racing as well as the many “first-ever” gatherings of cars that have made it famous. The former road racers will be showcased in two special classes, one focusing on cars that raced in close-to-original form as made by their manufacturers and the other focusing on specials that were much modified. The event will also feature cars ranging from early American Speedsters to Ferraris and Japanese race cars, and the latest new creations and dream cars will be displayed on the Concept Lawn. ZHENRUI CHI JOINS THE ASTON MARTIN ARAMCO FORMULA ONE™ TEAM DRIVER ACADEMY 22 April 2026, AMRTC, Silverstone, UK: The Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team is pleased to announce that Zhenrui Chi has joined its Driver Academy. The 17-year-old, regarded as one of China's most promising young drivers, becomes the latest addition to the Academy's expanding roster as the team continues to strengthen its long-term pathway for developing emerging talent from across the global motorsport landscape. As a member of the team's Driver Academy, Zhenrui will race in an Aston Martin Aramco-liveried car, introducing the marque's iconic green to the Formula Regional grid. Zhenrui's signing follows a comprehensive selection process carried out by the team's Driver Academy programme, which first saw him driving at its evaluation day in Mugello before tracking his impressive 2025 campaign. Over the course of the season, he demonstrated consistent front-running pace and racecraft across European and Middle East F4 categories, delivering a series of standout performances that underlined his talent. As part of the Aston Martin Aramco Driver Academy, Zhenrui will take part in a tailored development programme designed to support every aspect of his motorsport progression. The programme includes racecraft mentorship from experienced team personnel both trackside and at the AMR Technology Campus, physical conditioning, and a dedicated media and communications training to prepare him for the demands of professional motorsport. Zhenrui Chi, Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team Driver Academy: “Joining the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team family is a huge honour for me. It's a great responsibility, but also an incredible opportunity and motivation to keep pushing myself to the next level. Knowing that I have the support of such an iconic team, with all its experience and expertise, gives me a lot of confidence for the journey ahead. I know the road will require hard work and dedication, and I'm fully aware that I have to continue to prove I deserve this opportunity. I'm ready to give everything I have and I can't wait to start this journey with Aston Martin Aramco.” Nuno Pinto, Racing Director, Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team Driver Academy: “Zhenrui is exactly the kind of talent our Academy exists to find. We first saw him at an evaluation test in Mugello and were immediately impressed by his ability and approach. We then followed his progress through the rest of the 2025 season, where he showed not only pace but also strong consistency in one of the most competitive junior categories in racing, Italian F4. We are delighted to welcome him to the Academy and to support his development through our programme at Silverstone. With the resources of the AMR Technology Campus and the environment we have built around our drivers, we believe we can help him to continue to grow. This is a long-term partnership, and we are looking forward to the journey ahead together.”
Brett and Mark welcome Andy Reid, East Coast editor for Classic Cars.com and John Saccameno, owner of Sport and Specialty, to discuss showing cars at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, Dawn Patrol, doing the morning drive in a one-of-one concept car, and the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance. This and much more on Driven Radio Show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Brett and Mark welcome McPherson College Auto Restoration Program Vice President Amanda Gutierrez to discuss the fiftieth anniversary of the program, the Second Place class win for the 1953 Mercedes-Benz 300S Cabriolet at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, and the C.A.R.S. Show in May. All this and much more on Driven Radio Show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
HONDA HAS RELEASED THE SOUND OF THEIR 2026 MOTOR GOING THRU ALL EIGHT GEARS WHILST… MERCEDES GAVE US A GLIMPS AT HIGH RPM'S, I MUST SAY….SOUNDS GOOD!! HE WHO ADAPTS QUICKLY TO THE NEW CAR WILL SUCCEED. RED BULL WITH MERCEDES ARE UNDER SCRUTINY OVER COMPRESSION RATIO'S ... AUTOSPORTS 50 DRIVERS LIST IS BIZARRE TO SAY THE LEAST… THIS WEEK'S NASIR HAMEED CORNER…MORE VINTAGE BANTER BETWEEN THE HOST AND NASIR…THIS WEEK THE GIORGIO PIOLA INTERVIEW PART2. THANK YOU. Celebrating 75 Years of Formula 1 at the Pebble Beach Concours. To celebrate the 75th anniversary of Formula 1, the 2025 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance traced the full history of Formula racing — from cars representing its origins in Grand Prix racing through to cars on the starting grid today. The 1910 Benz 21/80 Prinz Heinrich Renn Wagon makes its way down Highway 1 on the Tour d'Elegance. Origins of Formula 1: Grand Prix 1906–1940 While the cars in this class were exhibited rather than judged, they were not at all static: two out of the seven cars participated in the Pebble Beach Tour d'Elegance. These cars included the 1910 Benz 21/80 Prinz Heinrich Renn Wagon and the 1927 Delage Type 15 S8 Grand Prix. This class demonstrated the elegance and attitude that came from these racing greats that played a role in the rise of Formula 1. 75th Anniversary of Formula 1: 1950-1973 class Restored in 2010 to its 1967 Watkins Glen specification, the 1967 Lotus 49 Formula 1 took First in Class for the 75th Anniversary of Formula 1: 1950 to 1973. Its engine, the Ford Cosworth DFV, became the most successful Formula 1 engine in history, winning 155 Grand Prix. This car also drove over the ramp a second time to receive the Tony Hulman Trophy, which is awarded to the most significant open wheel race car. Another standout moment for this class was the first American-built F1 race car, the 1960 Scarab Formula 1, in motion on the Tour d'Elegance.
VEGAS THE LAST BIG PARTY OF THE F1 SEASON, CAN NORRIS CONTINUE DOMINATING? WILL PIASTRI THROW IN THE TOWEL? AND… FERNANDO CAN'T WAIT FOR THE 2026 CAR! THIS WEEK'S NASIR HAMEED CORNER…MORE VINTAGE BANTER BETWEEN THE HOST AND NASIR HAMEED…THIS WEEK'S INTERVIEW…STEVE ROBERTSON…KIMI RAIKKONEN'S MANAGER. Olivier Jansonnie named Head of Stellantis Motorsport, Jean-Marc Finot to retire. VERSAILLES, November 17, 2025 – Olivier Jansonnie is appointed Head of Stellantis Motorsport, effective 2026, January 31st. He will report to Emanuele Cappellano, Head of Enlarged Europe, European Brands and Stellantis Pro One. Olivier will replace Jean-Marc Finot who has elected to retire, they will work together during this transition period. A graduate from Centrale-Supélec, Olivier Jansonnie is rich in more than 25 years of international experience in motorsport leading technical teams in different categories from LMP1, Hypercar, DTM, WRC, WRX and Cross-Country. Starting his career at Peugeot Sport in 1998, Olivier moved to Mitsubishi in 2003 leading the development of the Lancer WRC, then contributed as freelance to many programs in WRC or Endurance for Peugeot, including Le Mans 2009 win. In 2012, he became head of vehicle development at BMW, supervising Design Office, Aerodynamics development and Quality engineering for all BMW Group motorsport activities. Back to Peugeot Sport in 2016 as Technical Director & Automotive Project Director, he led the technical team for Peugeot Sport programs: Cross-Country (Dakar), WRX and e-WRX. Since 2020, he leads the Endurance program for Stellantis Motorsport while being the team principal of the Peugeot Total Energies Team. “I am pleased to have Olivier Jansonnie leading Stellantis Motorsport in Europe. His strong expertise and wide knowledge of all racing activities will play a critical role in supporting each brand involved in motorsport. I want also to thank Jean-Marc Finot for his dedication to build and develop a strong Stellantis Motorsport team, achieving many victories, 2 world titles and enabling the development of iconic high-performance vehicles across many brands.” said Emanuele Cappellano. “Motorsport has always been a cornerstone of the automotive industry, shaping the legacy of Stellantis brands through iconic victories. As we enter a new era of global championships, my mission is clear: to cultivate talent and expertise that will keep our brands at the forefront of innovation and performance. I extend my gratitude to Jean-Marc Finot for his support and Emanuele Cappellano for his trust. Backed by our passionate, competitive, and talented teams, I am ready to take on this challenge with determination and make our colors shine brighter than ever,” said Olivier Jansonnie. Jean-Marc Finot is an automotive and motorsport expert having held multiples positions at Peugeot, PSA, PSA Motorsport then Stellantis Motorsport between 1986 and 2025. During his longtime career in the Group from the 205 GTI to the 9x8, he tuned the 80's Peugeot GTI, developed the 406 chassis before being head of PSA chassis engineering, then head of Innovation. At Stellantis Motorsport, he won two Manufacturer and two driver titles in Formula E for DS, launched the Endurance and Le Mans program for Peugeot, restarted motorsport activities for Citroën, Lancia, Opel and Maserati, developed the Customer Racing business while supporting the creation of high-performance vehicles platforms for Abarth, Alfa-Romeo, Lancia, Opel, Peugeot, DS and Maserati. His retirement will be effective 2026, Jan 31st. LUKE BROWNING TO HIT THE TRACK IN ABU DHABI FP1 AND YOUNG DRIVER TEST Atlassian Williams Racing is pleased to share that Williams Racing Academy Driver Luke Browning will drive Alex Albon's FW47 in the first free practice session at the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, and will participate in the end-of-season Young Driver Test. Luke joined the Williams Racing Driver Academy in April 2023 following his stand-out 2022 season where he secured the GB3 Championship and won the 2022 Autosport BRDC Young Driver of the Year Award. Since joining the Academy he has continued this upward trajectory, winning the Macau Grand Prix in 2023, also taking pole position and the fastest lap, and finishing the 2024 FIA Formula 3 season in third with two race wins and a podium in Monaco. As part of the Williams Racing Driver Academy's proud tradition of giving young talent a path into F1, Luke has regularly driven in the Testing of Previous Cars (TPC) and simulator programmes with the aim of preparing him for the future. He has balanced this with a successful FIA Formula 2 campaign, currently occupying third position in the standings and going into the final two races of the season in a fierce battle for the title. Luke Browning: “It's going to be an unforgettable weekend in Abu Dhabi fighting for the Formula 2 title while getting back behind the wheel of the FW47, and it's a challenge I'm going to relish. The Young Driver Test will give me a final opportunity to help the team prepare for 2026 and I'm looking forward to being part of a Formula 1 weekend for the last time this season. Thank you to everyone at the Driver Academy and Williams for the trust once again.” Sven Smeets, Sporting Director, Atlassian Williams Racing: “Luke's development continues to impress us, and we are looking forward to closing the season with him behind the wheel of the FW47. We have an incredibly talented group of drivers in the Williams Racing Driver Academy, and it is important for us to give them the opportunity to progress as they move up the ladder. These final sessions of the season will give Luke another valuable chance to learn from Alex and Carlos, the wider team, and further embed with our trackside operation as he looks towards a bright future.” Mighty Sunbeam 1000 HP to Make Post-Restoration Debut at 75th Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance Harry Segrave beside the Sunbeam 1000 HP. (Photo: Courtesy of the National Motor. Museum) PEBBLE BEACH, CALIFORNIA (November 12, 2025) — The mighty Sunbeam 1000 HP, the first car to achieve a land speed record of 200 mph, has been asleep for over 90 years. But a team of restorers at the National Motor Museum in Beaulieu, England, is now in the process of gently waking this giant—and if all goes as planned, the restored beast will make its US debut at the 2026 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance before attempting a centennial run at Daytona the following spring. “The process of restoring a one-off car like this takes real dedication,” noted Concours Chairman Sandra Button. “There is no pattern to be followed. It takes time and research, effort and expertise. We are thrilled to know that the National Motor Museum intends to send the restored car to Pebble Beach, to share with enthusiasts here.” The Sunbeam 1000 HP was built to compete in the race for speed. The 100 mph barrier was first broken in 1904, and then it took more than two decades to reach 150 mph—a record Malcolm Campbell achieved in July of 1925 at the wheel of a Sunbeam 350 HP. The Sunbeam 1000 HP, crafted around two of the marque's powerful 22.4-liter Matabele aero engines placed to the fore and aft of the vehicle, came into being less than two years later and proved to be revolutionary. Driving it on the smooth sands of Daytona Beach on March 29, 1927, Harry Segrave recorded a speed of 203.79 mph. “This car has been at Beaulieu since before I was born and feels like a member of the family, but one I never expected to run again,” said Ralph, Lord Montagu of Beaulieu. “Watching the restoration take place has been fascinating as it has revealed so much I never knew about the car. It will be quite a thrill to have the car at Pebble Beach and is a great opportunity for us to wave the flag for the National Motor Museum!” The car's restoration is now well underway. The rear engine has already been disassembled, re-machined, restored, and refitted into the frame—and it was first fired up before an adoring crowd at the Beaulieu International Autojumble in early September. The museum team is now focused on restoring the front engine. When that, too, is back together and in place, the bodywork, which has already been restored, will be reinstalled. “Over the last three and a half years, the Museum's team have worked tirelessly to make the mighty Sunbeam 1000 HP roar again, with help from a wide range of supporters, stakeholders and heritage engineering specialists,” said Jon Murden, Chief Executive of the National Motor Museum. “Having experienced the first of the car's remarkable engines running once more, we are all now thrilled at the prospect of the Sunbeam returning to the United States for the first time in a century.” John, the second Baron Montagu of Beaulieu, was a motoring pioneer, who campaigned for the rights of early motorists. In the 1950s, his son Edward founded what is now the National Motor Museum to honor him, and that museum shares a long history with the Pebble Beach Concours. Edward first showed a car—his 1913 Alfonso Hispano-Suiza—at Pebble Beach in 1981, and the following year, he donated the Montagu of Beaulieu Trophy, which the Concours presents annually to the best British car shown on its competition field. Ralph, the current Lord Montagu, was in attendance at the Concours this year. To learn more about the National Motor Museum and its efforts to restore the Sunbeam 1000 HP, go to www.nationalmotormuseum.org.uk/USA.
Ever wonder what it takes to become a concours judge at the world's most prestigious car shows? In this episode, Greg sits down with David Eichenbaum, a respected Ferrari expert and Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance 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 with time, and discover how passion, precision, and diplomacy come together in one of the most exclusive roles in the collector car world. Whether you're an aspiring judge, a concours competitor, or simply a fan of the world's most beautiful automobiles, this conversation offers a rare glimpse behind the velvet ropes of concours culture. #CollectorCarPodcast #PebbleBeachConcours #ConcoursdElegance #Ferrari #FerrariJudge #CarCulture #ConcoursJudge #ClassicCars #PebbleBeach #FerrariCollector #AutomotiveHeritage #CarShow #CollectorCars #CarEnthusiast #ConcoursLife #AutoJudging #VintageCars #CarPodcast #FerrariPassion Do you need help buying or selling your collector car? Contact Greg directly at Greg@TheCollectorCarPodcast.com or GStanley@RMSothebys.com. This episode is sponsored by our friends at California Car Cover — my go-to source for custom-fit car covers and detailing gear. They've protected both my '66 GTO and Porsche Boxster S, and I trust them to keep your collector car safe, too. A special thank you to our new sponsor, Discover Once, curators of one-of-a-kind automotive adventures you'll never experience twice. Learn more at discoveronce.com/muscle. And as always, huge thanks to RM Sotheby's for their continual support and for making so many of these automotive dreams possible. Listen to the "Octane FM: Shift, Rev, Repeat" album on Spotify! Stay connected with The Collector Car Podcast—find us on our Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, or reach out to Greg directly via email. Join RM Sotheby's Car Specialist Greg Stanley as he brings over 25 years of experience and keen market analysis to the world of collector cars. Each week, Greg dives into market trends, interviews industry experts, and shares insights—with a little fun along the way. New episodes drop every Thursday and are available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more at www.TheCollectorCarPodcast.com or email Greg at Greg@TheCollectorCarPodcast.com. Interested in consigning a car at an RM Sotheby's auction? Contact Greg directly at GStanley@RMSothebys.com.
Click here to share your favorite car, car story or any automotive trivia!Learning manual transmission is nerve-wracking. Learning it the day before driving your first car across the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance podium at age 11? That's how classic car dealer Colleen Sheehan started.Her first car was a 1930 BMW—nicknamed "Sputter"—that her father took as commission when a collection buyer said, "I don't care about that car." Colleen got it at age 8. At 11, she earned 3rd in class at Pebble Beach.Sputter is extraordinary: wooden frame, cable brakes, 35 mph top speed. "If you hit a possum, the whole thing shatters...and the possum walks away cussing." Possibly the oldest BMW in America. She owns 2 of the estimated 4-5 in the US.That passion led to Next Generation Classics, her California dealership specializing in Enzo-era Ferraris and exotic cars. While her twin brother chose computers, Colleen chose restoration, sales, and the collector car world. She names all her cars: Lancia Delta Integrale rally car "Guido," Tahoe "Betsy," second BMW "Putter."Her dream car? Ferrari Competition Daytona 365GTB4c —only 15 ever made.Philosophy? "I'd rather drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow."Sputter sits in her garage, never to be sold.Listen to Colleen's favorite episode, Dora's Datsun here - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2316026/episodes/14948807-from-datsun-to-range-rover-what-dora-s-first-car-taught-her-about-success *** Your Favorite Automotive Podcast - Now Arriving Weekly!!! *** Listen on your favorite platform and visit https://carsloved.com for full episodes, our automotive blog, Guest Road Trip Playlist and our new CAR-ousel of Memories photo archive. Don't Forget to Rate & Review to keep the engines of automotive storytelling—and personal restoration—running strong.
The Hemmings Motor Club Rally: Paso Robles returns for its second edition October 24-26, 2025, bringing enthusiasts from both ends of California together for three days of back road driving, poolside gatherings, and the kind of automotive camaraderie that makes the hobby worthwhile. The car collector car community has a fresh opportunity to celebrate what these machines were built for: driving. It seemed like the perfect opportunity for The Weekly Driver to grab one of its own collector cars and join in on the rally to Paso. The timing of the rally coincides with Paso Robles' most energetic season. Harvest typically runs from late September through November, with October designated as official Harvest Wine Month. October traditionally delivers exceptional weather in this region. Warm days cooling into comfortable evenings perfect for outdoor dining and fireside conversations. More than 100 events occur throughout the month, including specialty tours, winemaker dinners, grape stomps, and live music performances. The harvest atmosphere creates an electric environment throughout wine country. Many California wineries harvest between midnight and early morning because cooler nighttime temperatures help concentrate and preserve fresh fruit aromas and flavors while stabilizing sugar levels. This 24/7 activity gives the region a unique energy during October. Rally participants benefit from this timing. The region's 300-plus days of annual sunshine typically deliver daytime temperatures in the 70s and 80s with comfortable evenings, ideal conditions for outdoor dining and sunset vineyard views. This event converges in Paso Robles during harvest season, when the wine country radiates with golden vineyards and the energy of winemakers working around the clock to bring in the year's crop. Rally participants have a choice: depart from either the San Francisco Bay Area or northern Los Angeles County. Both routes cover roughly 220 miles of California's most scenic backroads before arriving at Rally headquarters, the River Lodge Paso Robles. The Northern Route: Bay Area to Paso Robles Bay Area participants gather at Alice's Restaurant in Woodside at 8:30 AM on Friday, October 24. This starting point holds significant weight in California car culture. Built in the early 1900s as a general store for the logging industry, Alice's became a restaurant in the 1950s and was purchased by Alice Taylor in the 1960s. The location sits at the intersection of Skyline Boulevard (Route 35) and Route 84, surrounded by towering redwood trees. Alice's has earned its reputation as the Bay Area's ultimate car hang-out. The wooden building, which remains family-owned, serves as a world-famous stop for motorcyclists, sports car enthusiasts, and Silicon Valley entrepreneurs alike. Kawasaki chose this location to release its landmark Ninja in 1991, and Tesla held test drives here in 2008 with on-site electric charging stations. The drive to Alice's through the Santa Cruz mountains on any given weekend rewards visitors with an impromptu car show. Vintage Porsches parked beside modern EVs, custom choppers next to pristine BMW motorcycles. From Alice's, the northern contingent travels 136 miles through the Santa Cruz mountains, past Moss Landing, and into Monterey before stopping for lunch at Baja Cantina & Grill in Carmel. The restaurant was founded by Patrick and Gina Phinny, whose love for racing and automobiles directly shaped the venue's distinctive character. Patrick Phinny, a longtime car enthusiast, recognized an opportunity after spending time vacationing on the peninsula. Despite the area hosting the world-class Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, he noticed a lack of gathering places specifically catering to car enthusiasts. When he discovered a location that reminded him of a Route 66 gas station, he decided to share his extensive personal automotive memorabilia collection with the public.
This week, I'm back on the Monterey Peninsula for two of the most spectacular automotive events on earth—Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance and The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering. I review one of the most talked-about cars on social media: the Jaguar XKD, known as the “Little Red D-Type” on Instagram—a car whose restoration and racing pedigree stopped enthusiasts in their tracks. Then we shift gears to the Ringbrothers' 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 lawn to the roar of bespoke V12s at The Quail, this episode captures the artistry, innovation, and passion that define Monterey Car Week. You can learn more at: The Little Red D-Type: https://www.instagram.com/xkd_522/?hl=en RingBrothers: https://www.ringbrothers.com/
Jon Summers is the Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. On his show he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, motoring travel. In this episode, Jon Summers is rejoined by his son Ollie to co-host and share their experiences of the Pebble Beach 2025 event. They discuss their time at the Monterey Historics at Laguna Seca, camping adventures, and the main Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance event. Highlights include favorite car categories, memorable encounters at the campsite, and insightful observations about the evolution of the event. They also touch upon the less traditional aspects of the show, such as encountering supercars and unique vehicles like a bedazzled Aston Martin Valkyrie. The episode concludes with reflections on how the event has changed over the years. ==================== 00:00 Pebble Beach 2025 Review 01:26 Camping Adventures at Laguna Seca 02:16 Trackside Fun and Mishaps 10:27 Nighttime Challenges and Rain 13:28 Morning After and Departure 14:17 The Pebble Beach Concours Experience 16:02 Exploring Casa Ferrari 18:00 Concept Cars and Highlights 18:40 On the Lawn: The Main Event 19:48 Cobra Class and Other Features 24:20 Changes at Pebble Beach 25:44 Supercar Sightings and Final Thoughts ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/gtmotorsports Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/ Copyright Jon Summers, The Motoring Historian. This content is also available via jonsummers.net. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.
Brett and Mark welcome John Saccameno of Sport and Specialty to discuss the rising cost of restorations, things to consider before undertaking a restoration, the difference between a restoration and racing preparation, and attending the Pebble Beach Concours for the first time. All this and much more on Driven Radio Show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Brett and Mark welcome Luke Chennell, Associate Professor in the Automotive Restoration Program at McPherson College to discuss the Pebble Beach Concours winning 1953 Mercedes Benz 300S Cabriolet, restoring more modern cars, Leno's Law, and the death of the American sedan. This and more on Driven Radio Show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our hosts have plenty of energy and stuff to talk about following Benjamin's road-trip vacation. After Benjamin's discussion of hot dog prices and charitable clowns, this weeks show starts off with a review of the 2026 BMW iX xDrive60. With over 350 miles of range on tap, this EV should have been the perfect chariot for a road trip, but Benjamin did have a few issues along his trip. Additionally, the guys go into a deep discussion about carbon fiber, clamshell hoods, and other premium EVs. Then Sami goes nuts over news following this year's Monterey Car Week and Pebble Beach Concours. From Lexus to Infiniti to Nissan and BMW, there's all kinds of fun news to pour over, and laugh about. Thanks for listening!
Jon Summers is the Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. On his show he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, motoring travel. In this episode Jon's co-host is his son Oliver! They discuss their experiences at the 2025 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Starting with their arrival during car week, then outlining various activities and notable cars they encountered. They describe seeing high-value cars like a yellow Ferrari F50, a silver McLaren F1, a Ford GT Mark IV, and more. They also touch on topics like motor racing history, observing modern supercars, and the challenges associated with car auctions. Highlights include the Pebble Beach Motor Tour, and exploring several automobile auctions such as RM, Gooding, Mecum, and Bonhams. ==================== 00:00 Discussing Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance 01:35 Exploring RM Sotheby's Auction 06:12 Formula One Cars at Pebble Beach 14:29 The Tour d'Elegance 18:49 Gooding & Company Auction Insights 20:58 Exploring the Pantera 23:04 The Ferrari BB Experience 23:43 Car Alarm Mishap at MECUM 26:13 Bonhams Auction Highlights 28:03 Sim Racing Adventures 37:40 Final Thoughts and Anecdotes ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/gtmotorsports Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/ Copyright Jon Summers, The Motoring Historian. This content is also available via jonsummers.net. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.
Jon Summers is the Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. On his show he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, motoring travel. Jon discusses the fascinating history of the 1924 Hispano-Suiza "Tulipwood," the recent winner at the Pebble Beach Concours. Despite initially not recognizing the car, he provides an in-depth overview of its background, from its commission by fighter pilot Andre Dubonnet to its construction out of mahogany, contrary to its 'Tulipwood' nickname. He elaborates on its various restorations, particularly by Don Williams and the Blackhawk Museum, highlighting the debate between historical accuracy and aesthetic enhancements in car restoration. Jon also touches on other notable cars at the Pebble Beach event, such as a Jaguar C-Type racer and an XK120, and shares anecdotes about the display and appreciation of classic cars. ==================== 00:00 Overview of Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance Winner 01:04 History of the Hispano-Suiza Tulipwood 04:16 Restoration and Presentation at Blackhawk Museum 08:04 Discussion on Car Authenticity and Elegance 10:03 Other Notable Cars at Pebble Beach 11:55 Conclusion and Acknowledgements ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/gtmotorsports Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/ Copyright Jon Summers, The Motoring Historian. This content is also available via jonsummers.net. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.
Sandra Button is more than the Chairman of the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance – she's part of concours history. In this Classic Heart episode, she shares what makes the BMW 507 so captivating, what elegance truly means, and how the scene is evolving. An episode from the heart.BMW Group Classic on Instagram @bmwclassicJP Rathgen and Classic Driver on Instagram @jprathgen and @classicdriverDo you have an exciting story about a classic BMW car or motorcycle? We'd love to hear it! Send us an email to bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de with a brief introduction and of those memorable experiences.
fWotD Episode 2889: Aston Martin Vanquish (2012) Welcome to Featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia’s finest articles.The featured article for Wednesday, 2 April 2025 is Aston Martin Vanquish (2012).The second generation of the Aston Martin Vanquish, a grand touring car, was produced between 2012 and 2018 by the British carmaker Aston Martin. It succeeded the DBS, resurrected the name of the 2001–2007 model, and was available as both a coupe and a convertible, the latter known as the Volante.Designed by Marek Reichman, a concept car called the Project AM310 was unveiled at the 2012 edition of the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este in Lombardy, Italy. The production version was showcased at several events in 2012: a sneak preview at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July, a presentation to a group of guests at the London Film Museum also in July, and an appearance at the Monterey Car Week in August. The Vanquish, which is based upon the DB9's architecture, namely the vertical/horizontal platform, extensively incorporates aluminium throughout its construction. The Vanquish was produced in Gaydon, a village in Warwickshire, England.Aston Martin unveiled the Vanquish Volante at the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, with deliveries starting in late 2013. In 2014, the company implemented minor modifications to the Vanquish's engine performance. A more significantly modified version, called the Vanquish S, was launched in 2016; its Volante version was released the following year. The Vanquish S introduced such updates as increased horsepower and torque, and a new body kit. Aston Martin produced the Vanquish Zagato—a special edition—in various body styles, including a coupe, convertible, shooting brake, and a roadster, the latter dubbed the Speedster.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:30 UTC on Wednesday, 2 April 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Aston Martin Vanquish (2012) on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm generative Ruth.
Brett and Mark celebrate their 350th show by welcoming McPherson College Auto Restoration Program Associate Professor Luke Chennell to discuss the recent profile of the Restoration Program on CBS Sunday Morning, the Pebble Beach Concours award-winning 1953 Mercedes 300 S Cabriolet, the upcoming C.A.R.S. Show, and stellar after-show cookout. All this and much more on Driven Radio Show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Since 1990 Matt Stone is a Freelance Journalist, author, radio and television broadcaster, photographer, former Editor, Motor Trend Classic magazine, international Concours Judge, and automotive event Emcee. His specialties are history, design, interview features, and cars in culture, and he has written, photographed, and published 18 automotive book titles. Matt enjoys just about anything with four wheels, though demonstrates a particular passion for Post WWII sports, performance, and sports racing cars and old pickup trucks. He's a Chief Class Judge at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, a judge at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance, and officiates and emcees at other first tier shows and events. He serves his profession as a past Officer and Board of Director member, and past-President of the Motor Press Guild (MPG) trade association. Today Matt's here to share with Ginger and me his newest book titled DeLorean: The Rise, Fall and Second Acts of the DeLorean Motor Company. This is particularly timely since Ginger will have her friend Kat DeLorean, John DeLorean's daughter on Cars Yeah very soon.
Brett and Mark welcome Ed Fallon of Cave Creek Classics to discuss the ARTCURIAL sale at Retromobile in Paris, the late night construction of the auction during the Monaco Grand Prix, the fascinating things that happened at Monterey Car Week and the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, and watching other people do stupid stuff in cars. All this and much more on Driven Radio Show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This incredible Packard 238 Special Roadster is one-of-a-kind and paced the Indianapolis 500 in 1915. Join Greg Stanley as he learns more about this incredible American Classic on the fields of the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Please support our sponsors: www.RMSothebys.com, www.LLCTLC.com and www.EuroClassix.com. For discounted registration fees for your collector car, RV, boat or other awesome ride, please visit LLCTLC at https://www.llctlc.com/classic Follow The Collector Car Podcast: Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or communicate with Greg directly via Email. Join RM Sotheby's Car Specialist Greg Stanley as he applies over 25 years of insight and analytical experience to the collector car market. Greg interviews the experts, reviews market trends and even has some fun. Podcasts are posted every Thursday and available on Apple Podcast, GooglePlay, Spotify and wherever podcasts are found. See more at www.TheCollectorCarPodcast.com or contact Greg directly at Greg@TheCollectorCarPodcast.com. Are you looking to consign at one of RM Sotheby's auctions? Email Greg at GStanley@RMSothebys.com.
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Car Week Update, including: the Vintage Ferrari market nosedives at Pebble Beach. Jason sells his Lotus Elise. === Click here to join the Hagerty Driver's Club: https://bit.ly/Join-HDC-Cammisa-Rev === Neither of the Carmudgeons went to Sunday's Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, but both boys were at Car Week for the rest of the week. And then left to shoot an episode of "Jason Cammisa on the ICONS" and "Ultimate Drag Race Replay." Which was even hotter than it was in the studio, where it was over 100ºF recording the Lexus LFA episode. Sreten from M539 destroyed Jason's house, warehouse, and life, but resurrected an E60 M5 (that OTS & Co will be selling!) They discuss some Behind-the-Scenes on what it's like to try to close a road — Jason means it when he says "professional idiot on a closed course." Hint: it doesn't always work. Derek's company, OTS & Company, sold Jason's 2009 Lotus Elise SC, which was a pleasant surprise for Jason, who's never sold through an agent before — and who is generally terrible at selling cars. Jason is now a convert — and wants OTS&Co to sell everything! OTS & Co also won an award at the Quail with the Ferrari 365 "Croisette" shooting break at the Quail! That coach built Ferrari might be the Ultimate Car Week Car! But it could be M539's Ring Taxi homage E60 M5 manual! But the real surprise at Car Week was how poorly the Blue Chip Ferraris did at auction. There were some other cars that were soft (including two Mercedes 190E 2.5-16 Evo II that sold below Derek's expectations) but the multiple-million-dollar 1950s and 1960s Ferrari market was the big shock. At the same time, a Ferrari F50 hit a new record at $5.5 million with fees — so there's probably not some major bubble bursting. Maybe it's just a generational shift? Lots of philosophical discussion ensues. You should listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 14: Our Car Week conversation continues as we call the shots at the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, hang out with pal Bruce Meyer, get a personal tour of what might be the world's best private car collection, party with our Czinger friends, attempt to party with our Lamborghini ones and wake up early for the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance! Join us as we continue to live our best lives for one week in August! Be sure to listen to part one of our Car Week coverage and don't forget to follow, rate and review The Road Show everywhere you find podcasts!
On this episode of The Underpowered Hour, Stephen Beres and Ike Goss welcome special guest Jeff Aronson to recount their experiences at the renowned Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Join them as they delve into the standout moments, including the unexpected turnout of classic Land Rovers, adventures with the Queen's cars, and a deep dive into automotive history at Monterey Car Week. From driving the Queen's 1954 Series I to pushing the Queen's 110 onto the lawn, this fascinating discussion covers it all. Plus, hear about the quirky delights of Concours de Lemons and historic races at Laguna Seca.
Spike hosts a lively conversation with Jonny, Matt and Zuckerman in front of a live audience at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Among the topics covered: the events, the people at these events and the time a monkey in Monterey bit Zuckerman. Plus, the debut of SCR Jeopardy.
Join Stephen Beres and Ike Goss on this week's Underpowered Hour as they dive into their latest Land Rover adventures and projects. Jenna participates in the Nomad Rally, Stephen picks up Defenders in Vancouver, and they discuss Eastwood's restoration of the 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' Range Rover. The episode also features upcoming plans for the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, quirky stories from their Land Rover community, and a look into the unique world of Model T off-road excursions. Tune in for all things Land Rover and automotive fun!
Monterey 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 Please support our sponsors: RM Sotheby's, LLCTLC and Euro Classix. For discounted registration fees for your collector car, RV, boat or other awesome ride, please visit LLCTLC at https://www.llctlc.com/classic Follow The Collector Car Podcast: Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or communicate with Greg directly via Email. Join RM Sotheby's Car Specialist Greg Stanley as he applies over 25 years of insight and analytical experience to the collector car market. Greg interviews the experts, reviews market trends and even has some fun. Podcasts are posted every Thursday and available on Apple Podcast, GooglePlay, Spotify and wherever podcasts are found. See more at www.TheCollectorCarPodcast.com or contact Greg directly at Greg@TheCollectorCarPodcast.com. Are you looking to consign at one of RM Sotheby's auctions? Email Greg at GStanley@RMSothebys.com.
Spike is driving the Bentley Continental GT Edition 8, the stage is set for Bronco Heritage Limited Edition mods, Jonny is driving the Lexus LX 600 UltraLux, and SCR returns to the Pebble Beach Concours, get your tix now. Plus, the latest car news and the latest Zuckerman News!
Bob Kerner is the Co-Chairman of the La Jolla Concours d' Elegance, where he leads the Car Selection Committee. With a career in the insurance industry as a Sales Executive for Marsh & McLennan Agency, he brings over 25 years of expertise in insurance risk management for ultra-high net worth families. His work encompasses family offices, luxury homes, estates, museum-quality fine art, collectibles, umbrella liability, yachts, private aircraft, life insurance, daily driver autos, and collector automobiles. Bob's lifelong passion for cars started in childhood, leading to his involvement with the La Jolla Concours d' Elegance in 2013. He is a past Docent at the Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance and Las Vegas Concours, and an active member of numerous automobile clubs, regularly attending automotive events nationwide.
Jonathon Huber (RPTA '23), Database & Operations Coordinator at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, talks with Dr. Brian Greenwood (Cal Poly Experience Industry Management) about his life and career to date.
Colleen Sheehan is the Sales Manager at Ferraris Online, a company her father Michael Sheehan founded in 1972, 49 years ago. They offer decades of experience as specialty brokers of exotic cars including Ferrari, Lamborghini, and Maserati. Colleen's passion for cars started at the age of 8 when her father gave her a 1930 BMW 3/15 DA2 that they restored. In 2003, when she was 11, that car was accepted onto the lawn at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance and she drove it across the podium to accept an award setting a record as the youngest to ever do so. Today she shares her passion for cars while helping clients achieve their dream car or selling to the next caregiver.
Ken Gross is the Concours Director for this year's Fourth Annual Chattanooga Motorcar Festival, a three-day festival that includes multiple events including a wheel-to-wheel race car exhibitions, and a Concours d'Elegance and more. Ken's career in the automotive world includes time as the Executive Director and Guest Curator for the Petersen Automotive Museum. He's curated numerous highly acclaimed exhibitions across the country. He's authored over 25 automotive books on a wide variety of historic vehicles, and is a member of ICJAG, the International Chief Judge Advisory Group. Ken has judged in most of the finest Concours d'Elegances in the world and had received the Automotive Hall of Fame Distinguished Service Citation, the Lorin Tryon Trophy at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, The Ken Purdy award from the International Motor Press Association, and the Dean Bachelor Lifetime Achievement Award to name just a few.
Michael Schneider is the President of McPherson College where he graduated in 1996 with honors. McPherson College also boasts one of the largest endowments of any private college in Kansas. When Michael was named president in 2009, he was one of the youngest college presidents in the United States. With niche degree programs including as automotive restoration, McPherson is reinventing itself as a significant contributor in higher education. McPherson College garnered recent notoriety for having a student-restored 1953 Mercedes Benz 300S win 2nd in the Post War Luxury Class at the Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance, the most prestigious car show in the world, and for securing a $1 billion endowment commitment, which is the largest philanthropic commitment in the history of higher education.
The Ford Mustang GTD supercar launched. The guys, especially trauma surgeon Stephan Moran, have thoughts (spoiler alert: we all love it) We spot a Range Rover Evoque convertible. Such an odd car. We hate it. Our trauma surgeon gets into animal collisions, which are more common than most people think, and can be deadly to vehicle occupants. The Pebble Beach Concours just happened. We talk about the history of the world's greatest automotive event, and our collector car expert Adams discusses some of the most noteworthy auction results. Finally, this week's "This or That": 2024 Mustang GTD or 2023 Porsche GT3 RS #carsoncallpodcast #rangeroverevoque #mustanggtd #porschegt3rs #carpodcast
Brett and Mark welcome Amanda Gutierrez, Executive Vice President and Provost of McPherson College to discuss the Automotive Restoration Technology Program taking their 1953 Mercedes-Benz 300 S Cabriolet to the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, scoring a Second in Class, and all the people and work involved. All this and much more on this week's Driven Radio Show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We did it all this Monterey Car Week, so we had to break it into two episodes. On this one, we talk about The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, and the Pebble Beach Concours, and answer a few questions from the listeners. Thanks for listening! Please rate and review the how wherever you listen.
Spike, Jerry, Paul, Matt and Jonny are coming to you LIVE from the Pebble Beach Concours in Monterey. First up an interview with Jerry about the value of going for a drive in vintage cars, his rare and original 1959 Porsche 356 4-cam, and hanging out on a boat with Larry David. Then, Farah, Zuckerman, and Lieberman join the show to discuss Monterey Car Week, the scene at The Quail and people having sex in self driving taxis.
Evan Ide is an automotive historian, author and restorer specializing in automobiles built prior to WWII. He is a Vice President, Senior Specialist with Bonhams Cars auction house and is the founder and principal of Historic Vehicle Services restoration shop. Evan is on the Selection Committee for the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. An avid collector himself with a largely pre-war collection.
Mark Douglas, CEO at MNTN, joins to discuss Disney earnings and outlook for streaming. Kriti Gupta, host of Bloomberg Surveillance: Early Edition and markets correspondent for Blomberg News, joins to discuss Tapestry buying Capri. Lydia Boussour, EY Parthenon Senior Economist, joins to discuss CPI and outlook for inflation in the US as well as rate hikes. Aadil Zaman, Partner at Wall Street Alliance Group, joins to discuss investing and gives his market outlook. Hannah Elliott, Staff Writer for Bloomberg Businessweek, joins to talk about the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance car auction and Monterey Car Week. Janet Lorin, Higher Education reporter with Bloomberg News, joins to discuss her story this morning on university endowment gains getting eaten up by inflation. Ian Whittaker, Managing Director and Owner at Liberty Sky Advisors, joins to discuss Disney, media and tech earnings, plus Netflix and the streamers and advertising agency space. Hosted by Paul Sweeney and Matt Miller.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Egon Zweimüller is the owner of Egon Zweimüller Automobile & Restauration. Since 1964 the company has been passionate about classic, vintage, and competition automobiles. Their profound knowledge, practical experience, trust, and a true passion for cars has made for lasting relationships with their partners and clients. This summer Egon will bring a very special McLaren M1A to the lawn at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Created by Bruce McLaren and McLaren Racing while Bruce was still driving for Cooper in Formula 1, this was the first car to wear the McLaren name and logo. The car was raced extensively and was later eventually found its way to debut in the movie Spin Out featuring Elvis Presley.
Amanda Stretton is the new Master of Ceremonies at the 2023 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Amanda is the UK's leading female motorsport, classic car, and automotive TV broadcaster. She is renowned for her passion and knowledge of contemporary and classic racing and her understanding of the international car industry. But Amanda is more than a presenter, unlike her peers she has raced competitively in historic GT and Le Mans prototypes on the world's most famous racetracks and is still the only British female racing driver to have won an International long distance GT race.
Matt Farah is back to chat about his brand new Westside Collector Car Storage facility; his new Acura NSX, and joining Spike on stage at the Pebble Beach Concours. Plus, a review of the Velocity Modern Classics Ford Bronco and your car and watch questions answered!
The Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este is the most prestigious car show in the world, and Jason just attended for the first time. As always, it's about the cars first, but this show differentiates itself from the big American show, the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, in some significant ways. Jason and Hyphen discuss the show, the old cars, the sounds they make, and of course the beautiful new BMW Coupe Touring Concept, which made its debut at the stage. And the Hyundai Vision N74 Concept, as well as the production BMW XM SUV. === The Carmudgeon Show is part of the Hagerty Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bob Kerner is the Co-Chairman of the La Jolla Concours d' Elegance and Chair of the Concours Car Selection Committee. He is the Senior Vice President of Risk Strategies Insurance Brokers. His passion for the collector car hobby and the La Jolla Concours d' Elegance began back in 2013. Bob is also a Docent at the Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance. You'll find him at numerous automotive events across the country.
Wayne Craig is the Chief Docent and on the Car Sourcing Committee at the La Jolla Concours d'Elegance, Docent Chair at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, Chief Docent at the Hillsborough Concours and Hagerty Junior Judges Leader, the Race Car Chair and Board Member at the Ironstone Concours, a Black Hawk Museum Docent, and photojournalist for various publications and concours programs.
Recorded in front of a live audience at 2022 Pebble Beach Concours. Spike, Jonny, Matt Farah and Zuckerman discuss all they have seen during Monterey car week. Including a pair of new Porsches, an electric Dodge and the super rich both good and bad. Plus Dear Zuckerman and audience questions.
Spike's headache trying to buy a collectible watch, SCR at the Pebble Beach Concours is in jeopardy, Jonny has trouble charging his Lucid, and a recent crime spree at the Malibu Country Mart.
Spike and Jerry light up cigars for a lively conversation about Paul McCartney, a new Porsche 356 formerly owned by Porsche 993 designer Tony Hatter, and plans for the very first live SCR show at the 2022 Pebble Beach Concours. Plus Jerry answers listener questions.