{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"400: Announcing The Enthusiast's Guide to Collector Cars","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/400-announcing-the-enthusiast-s-guide-to-collector-cars","audioUrl":"https://pdcn.co/e/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/autosausage/400_Book_Announcement.mp3?dest-id=1205588","description":"This episode of The Collector Car Podcast marks a big personal milestone as I officially announce my upcoming book, The Enthusiast's Guide to Collector Cars. I share the inspiration behind the project, why I felt this book needed to exist, and who it's written for—from first-time enthusiasts to seasoned collectors. I also highlight the incredible group of contributors who helped shape the book, including respected voices from across the automotive, motorsports, museum, and collector communities. This episode is a behind-the-scenes look at how the book came together and why it's ultimately about one simple idea: why cars matter. #WhyCarsMatter #CollectorCars #CarCulture #AutomotiveHistory #EnthusiastCars #ClassicCars #CarCollectors #TheCollectorsCarPodcast #AutomotiveBook #CarCommunity 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? Contact Greg directly at GStanley@RMSothebys.com."},"annotations":[{"startTime":94.0,"endTime":99.76,"type":"car","title":"Ford Mustang","url":"/cars/ford/mustang","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/1/13/1966_Ford_Mustang_coupe_white_001.jpg","quote":"a Shelby Mustang roars with the rebellion of the 1960s.","canonicalId":"car:ford:mustang","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Shelby Mustang is a high-performance variant of the Ford Mustang, developed by Carroll Shelby. These cars are known for their powerful engines and sporty design, embodying the rebellious spirit of the 1960s.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Shelby Mustang is a special version of the Ford Mustang that is faster and more powerful. 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