{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"399: Inside the Snake Pit: A Shelby Cobra Walk-Through with Lynn Park","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/399-inside-the-snake-pit-a-shelby-cobra-walk-through-with-lynn-park","audioUrl":"https://pdcn.co/e/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/autosausage/399_Park.mp3?dest-id=1205588","description":"In this special walk-and-talk episode of The Collector Car Podcast, I'm joined by Lynn Park as we move through his incredible Shelby Cobra collection. Recorded on location, the conversation unfolds car by car—covering history, originality, racing lineage, and what separates truly special Cobras from the rest. As we walk, Lynn shares insights gained from years of collecting, restoring, and living with these cars, offering perspective you only get from hands-on experience. This episode is less about specs and more about stories, stewardship, and why Cobras continue to sit at the very top of the enthusiast hierarchy. A must-listen for anyone who appreciates provenance, authenticity, and the magic that only a Cobra can deliver. #TheCollectorCarPodcast #ShelbyCobra #CobraCollection #CarCulture #CollectorCars #AutomotiveHistory #WhyCarsMatter Do you need help buying or selling your collector car?  Contact Greg directly at Greg@TheCollectorCarPodcast.com or GStanley@RMSothebys.com. 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? 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