{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"387: Car Specialist Jake O'Gorman & RM Sotheby's Hershey Fall Sale","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/387-car-specialist-jake-o-gorman-rm-sotheby-s-hershey-fall-sale","audioUrl":"https://pdcn.co/e/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/autosausage/387_Hershey.mp3?dest-id=1205588","description":"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. #TheCollectorCarPodcast #RMSothebys #HersheyAuction #JakeOGorman #CarSpecialist #CollectorCars #ClassicCars #CarAuctions #PreWarCars #BrassEra #FullClassics #CarEnthusiast #CarCulture #AuctionLife 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.   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.  "},"annotations":[{"startTime":30.0,"endTime":60.0,"type":"car","title":"Porsche Boxster","url":"/cars/porsche/boxster","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/7a/Porsche_718_Boxster_GTS_4.0_1X7A0320.jpg","quote":"...s the best. 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