387: Car Specialist Jake O'Gorman & RM Sotheby's Hershey Fall Sale
About this episode
Jake O'Gorman returns to discuss his journey to becoming a car specialist at RM Sotheby's and the upcoming Hershey Fall Sale. He shares insights on the auction process, highlights unique cars like a stunning Marmon 16 coupe and a 1966 Chrysler 300 convertible, and emphasizes the event's laid-back atmosphere. The episode features engaging anecdotes about classic cars, restoration stories, and the importance of entry-level options for new collectors. Listeners will appreciate the blend of personal experiences and expert advice on navigating the collector car market.
In this episode of The Collector Car Podcast, I sit down with Jake O'Gorman, Car Specialist at RM Sotheby's, 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 world's 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 Sotheby's Hershey Fall Auction, a cornerstone event for pre- and post-war classics. From Brass Era treasures to Full Classics, Jake highlights some of the standout consignments and explains why Hershey remains a must-attend auction for serious collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Whether you're curious about starting a career in the collector car market, or you want a preview of one of the most important auctions of the year, this conversation delivers stories, expertise, and insider knowledge straight from one of the industry's rising stars.
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Porsche Boxster
"...s the best. That's why my Pontiac GTO and Porsche Boxster S are wrapped in California car covers since 1989..."
Pontiac Gto
"...subi's. Your car deserves the best. That's why my Pontiac GTO and Porsche Boxster S are wrapped in California c..."
Jaguar Etypes
"One thing that Gord said, he's like, yeah, you can get some experience working in a restoration shop. But if I work on our Jags, you're kind of limiting yourself, right? But you were in a restoration shop to tell with Marmens. How many Jags are out there, e-types, whatever. But man, think of how many Marmens are. So you took a slice of a pile. You cut 100 cars and then you kind of have to wait until they have to be restored again before maybe you can get your hands on one again, right?"
Cadillac V16
"... very specific shop. He did other pre-war things, V16 and V12 Cadillacs and that. But his main focus wa..."
Bearcat Stutz Bearcat
"...iven similar Speedsters. Like we had a recreation Stutz Bearcat a couple of years ago. And it is, yeah, these Spe..."
Chrysler 300
"... affordable car. I'm jumping to the 1966 Chrysler 300 convertible. We don't have to talk in depth about..."
Buick Grand National
"... green over 10 convertible. It won an AACA Senior Grand National first prize in 08. So you know the restoration wa..."
Ford Model T
"...he, of the wagon and has almost like looks like a model T talk tube kind of driveshaft that runs up into hi..."
Chevrolet Spin
"... got another piece like a handle to make his head spin back and forth. And he has a loudspeaker in him a..."
Ford Mustang
"...ain, this sale is coming up soon. You know, I'm a Mustang guy and I can't help but mention there's a very n..."
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