Monterey Car Week is always full of incredible stories, and this year I captured four of the best at The Quail. In this episode, these include: Craig Jackson – to dive into the legend of Big Red , the infamous Shelby that became a symbol of speed and rebellion. Brian Styles – who shares the fascinating history of the only 1967 Shelby convertible ever built, a true one-off that rewrote the Shelby story. Vern Estes – who brings his expertise on the ultra-rare 1965 GT350R, the competition-bred Shel...
Aug 21, 2025•44 min
🎙 "Concours from Coast to Coast with Bill Rothermel” 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 — the breathtaking classics, the nail-biting judging moments, and the behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else. We discuss how he prepares for each show, the art of keeping an audience engaged, and his most memo...
Aug 14, 2025•34 min
"Concours from Coast to Coast" is a fun, swing-inspired anthem celebrating the glamour, chrome, and occasional chaos of being the MC at America’s most prestigious car shows. From Pebble Beach to Florida’s shore, it’s a musical joyride through dawn patrols, champagne toasts, and the roar of Best of Show winners. Whether you’re a concours regular, a classic car fanatic, or just love a good story set to music, this one’s for you. 🎶 Song Theme: The life of a concours master of ceremonies — tuxedo, ...
Aug 14, 2025•3 min
🎙️ New Episode: Monterey Magic – Inside RM Sotheby’s Epic 2025 Sale Buckle up—this episode is all about the hottest collector cars on the planet as we dive into RM Sotheby’s jaw-dropping 2025 Monterey lineup. From the ultra-exclusive Sotheby’s Sealed McLaren F1 to the stunning Giallo Modena Ferrari F50 gracing this year’s cover, this sale isn’t just big—it’s historic. We’ll walk you through the star-studded docket featuring legendary Ferraris, iconic Lamborghinis, rare Porsches, and unexpected ...
Aug 07, 2025•31 min
🎵 Monterey Chrome | The Ultimate Monterey Car Week Anthem 🚗💨 Experience the thrill, elegance, and adrenaline of Monterey Car Week with Monterey Chrome —an original song celebrating the greatest automotive spectacle on earth. From sunrise drives on 17-Mile Drive to million-dollar bids under the auction lights, this anthem captures the soul of the collector car world. Featuring classic Ferraris, elegant concours moments, and the fast-paced drama of the auction block, this is the official soundt...
Aug 07, 2025•3 min
🎧 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 GTO—a man who bought the car brand-new, sold it less than two years later, and never stopped searching. You’ll hear the full story: 🚗 How he chose the GTO off the lot in the summer of '67 💔 Why he had to let it go 🔍 The decades-long journey to find it a...
Aug 04, 2025•3 min
🎧 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 GTO—a man who bought the car brand-new, sold it less than two years later, and never stopped searching. You’ll hear the full story: 🚗 How he chose the GTO off the lot in the summer of '67 💔 Why he had to let it go 🔍 The decades-long journey to find it a...
Jul 31, 2025•23 min
What’s 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 Montana—and what state tax authoriti...
Jul 24, 2025•47 min
Join me for a one-of-a-kind walking tour through the Keels & Wheels Concours d’Elegance , 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 supercars—from the iconic Ferrari F40 to...
Jul 17, 2025•1 hr 1 min
This week, Greg Stanley sits down with Joe Kaminkow, legendary game designer and lifelong car enthusiast, to discuss his incredible tribute to 007 —a newly created James Bond Aston Martin DB5. Painstakingly detailed and packed with authentic gadgets, this custom-built icon will be showcased at this year’s Keeneland Concours d’Elegance. Also joining the conversation is Tom Jones, Executive Director of Keeneland Concours, who gives us the inside scoop on this year’s must-see displays, rare cars, a...
Jul 10, 2025•31 min
James Bond’s 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 car—sleek, silver, and shaken… not stirred. 🎤 Lyrics & Music by Octane FM 🎬 Inspired by Bond films from Goldfinger to No Time to Die 🎸 Style: Cinematic Rock / Spy Theme 👉 Subscribe for more automotive anthems 👉 Strea...
Jul 10, 2025•4 min
Bienvenue to the quirkiest ride on the road! 🇫🇷🛞 "The French Don’t Care" is a comedic tribute to Citroën’s weird and wonderful world — 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. 💨 Expect poetry on wheels, a touch of chaos, and absolutely zero apologies. 🎶 “The horn honks Camembert, and the clutch’...
Jul 10, 2025•3 min
🔥 Welcome to the birthplace of speed, chrome, and rebellion. 🔥 “Hot Rod Roots (So-Cal Nights)” 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 one’s for the gearheads, greasers, and gar...
Jul 10, 2025•3 min
Join The Collector Car Podcast for a special conversation with renowned automotive historian and curator Ken Gross as we explore “ Roaring: Art, Fashion and the Automobile in France, 1918-1939 ” 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, T...
Jul 03, 2025•27 min
Take a trip down memory lane with "Gas Was One Dollar and Nine Cents" – 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 didn’t cry at the pump. 🎶 Subscribe for more car-themed songs and autom...
Jul 03, 2025•3 min
This is Rust Belt Romance — 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 America’s 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. 🎸 Stream it. Share it. Crank it up in the garage. 👉 Subscribe for more car-the...
Jul 03, 2025•4 min
Take a sun-soaked ride down the California coast with this retro beach rock anthem celebrating the golden age of surfboards, bonfires, and classic woody wagons. Whether you're waxin' your board or just dreamin' of endless summers, this tune brings the good vibes back to life. 🎶 Crank it up, feel the breeze, and let the waves take you away! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more vintage-inspired car and surf tunes! 🛻🏄♂️🎸 📀 Available now on Octane FM! #SurfboardsAndWoodyWagons...
Jul 03, 2025•4 min
On this episode of The Collector Car Podcast , I visit Manns Restoration 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...
Jun 26, 2025•36 min
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 ...
Jun 26, 2025•3 min
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 ...
Jun 26, 2025•3 min
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 b...
Jun 26, 2025•3 min
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 #Gear...
Jun 26, 2025•3 min
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 s...
Jun 16, 2025•51 min
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 c...
Jun 16, 2025•3 min
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 s...
Jun 16, 2025•4 min
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-them...
Jun 16, 2025•4 min
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 th...
Jun 16, 2025•3 min
Join me for a special episode of The Collector Car Podcast as we go behind the scenes at the 47th Annual Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance to uncover the remarkable stories behind some of this year’s most memorable entries. First up is a true time capsule: an unrestored 1967 Pontiac GTO that still wears its original paint, interior, and even its factory-installed exhaust. We chat with the owner about how this muscle car survived the decades unmodified—and the joy of preserving history over polishin...
Jun 12, 2025•30 min
What do a propeller-powered car, a three-wheeled French oddity, and a Czech aerodynamic marvel have in common? They all live under one roof at the Lane Motor Museum in Nashville—and today, we’re joined by the man behind it all: Jeff Lane. As this year’s Featured Collector at the Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance, Jeff takes us inside his world of weird and wonderful vehicles. From amphibious cars to forgotten micro-marques, Jeff shares stories from decades of collecting the eccentric, the experimen...
Jun 02, 2025•30 min
There's a certain kind of magic that happens when a man and his machine meet beneath the shade of an old oak tree. "Under the Oak" is a heartfelt tribute to every shadetree mechanic who's ever turned a wrench, chased a dream, and kept the past alive one bolt at a time. From rusted muscle cars to backyard repairs, this song honors the grit, passion, and fading freedom of wrenching the old-school way. 🎶 Stream the full track 💿 Album: Octane FM Presents – Grease, Grit & Gasoline 🎨 Cover art ...
Jun 02, 2025•3 min
