{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"414: Collectible Classics Joey Benjamini Redefining the Dealership Model","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/414-collectible-classics-joey-benjamini-redefining-the-dealership-model","audioUrl":"https://pdcn.co/e/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/autosausage/414_Car_Guy_Philly.mp3?dest-id=1205588","description":"What does it take to sell more than 200 specialty cars every single month? In this episode, I sit down with Joey Benjamini from Collectible Classics in the Philadelphia area to unpack how they've completely redefined the traditional dealership model. By building and leveraging their own proprietary tech stack, Collectible Classics has created a scalable, high-volume system that connects buyers and sellers in a way the classic car world hasn't seen before. We dive into how their approach works, why it's so effective, and what it means for the future of collector car transactions. If you're a buyer, seller, or simply fascinated by how the business side of the hobby is evolving, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Learn more:  https://collectibleclassics.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/collectibleclassiccars/ #CollectorCars #ClassicCars #CarDealers #AutomotiveIndustry #CarPodcast #CarCollectors #ClassicCarMarket #Entrepreneurship #CarSales #Innovation   Need help buying or selling your collector car? Contact Greg at Greg@TheCollectorCarPodcast.com or collectorcarslimited@gmail.com.   🚗  Book Launch: The Enthusiast's Guide to Collector Cars Learn more and upcoming events:  https://enthusiastsguide.thecollectorcarpodcast.com/   New episodes drop every Thursday. Listen on your favorite podcast platform.   #collectorcars #thecollectorcarpodcast #classiccars #podcast     ABOUT   The Collector Car Podcast  features expert interviews, great collections, and market insights. With 25+ years of experience, Greg helps enthusiasts navigate the collector car world with confidence.       LISTEN   Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-collector-car-podcast/id1460713022  Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Collector-Car-Podcast-Podcast/B08JJNDPB6  Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/d2066df3-7acc-4c84-af8d-c76d29989ccb/the-collector-car-podcast  Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-collector-car-podcast/PC:26514      FOLLOW   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCollectorCarPodcast  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecollectorcarpodcast/"},"annotations":[{"startTime":4.9,"endTime":26.2,"type":"company","title":"Bring Your Trailer","url":"/glossary/bring-your-trailer","quote":"one because Joey is one of the biggest sellers on Bring Your Trailer under Collectible Classics. 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