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Classic Heart | The BMW Group Classic Podcast

Classic Heart | The BMW Group Classic Podcast

By: BMW Group Classic
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In the BMW Group Classic Podcast, moderator J.P. Rathgen talks with illustrious guests about the fascinating world of classic vehicles and the lifestyle that goes with it. Each guest reflects on a topic of their choice. The podcast focuses on favourite vehicles and collections, and features background on the most exciting classic events, insights into dream jobs in this highly desirable sector, amazing stories, genuine legends, and the passion that unites us all. It’s inspiring, informative and always entertaining.BMW Group Classic
Episodes
  • #96 David Smothers – New Class in Bristol Grey.

    #96 David Smothers – New Class in Bristol Grey.
    Jul 1 2026

    Whether it’s his BMW 2000 CS, his BMW 1800 Ti or his Son of Cobra BMW 2002 Tii, David Smothers refreshes his New Class models by integrating modern technology. He also fuels his SoCal Vintage BMW community with pies from his own Julian Pie Company.


    Discover more and follow us:

    David Smothers’ pies on Instagram @julianpiecompany

    BMW Classic on Instagram @bmwclassic

    Mini Classic on Instagram @official_miniclassic

    JP on Instagram @jprathgen

    Classic Driver on Instagram @classicdriver

    Become a guest on the Classic Heart podcast:

    You have an exciting story about classic BMW to tell? Send us an email bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de
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    33 mins
  • # 95 – Replay: Simon Kidston. Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este.

    # 95 – Replay: Simon Kidston. Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este.
    Jun 17 2026

    In 2026, Simon Kidston presented the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este for the 25th time! We congratulate him and replay his Classic Heart episode from 2024 – with exciting insights and unforgettable stories about extraordinary automobiles.

    👉 Watch this Classic Heart episode on YouTube – filmed atthe Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2024.


    Discover more and follow us:👉 Enjoy impressions from the Concorso d‘Eleganza Villa d‘Este 2024 - A Weekend When the Cars Are the Stars.

    Simon Kidston on Instagram @simonkidston

    BMW Classic on Instagram @bmwclassic

    Mini Classic on Instagram @official_miniclassic

    JP on Instagram @jprathgen

    Classic Driver on Instagram @classicdriver

    Become a guest on the Classic Heart podcast:

    You have an exciting story about classic BMW to tell? Send us an email bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de
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    54 mins
  • # 94 – Xxxx Elo. Great cars & bold ideas.

    # 94 – Xxxx Elo. Great cars & bold ideas.
    Jun 3 2026

    While driving his BMW Bauer, he was discovered as a fashion model, which enabled him to pursue his eccentric lifestyle – from his London Motor Museum, featuring Mr. Bean’s Mini and the Rolls-Royce “Bootch”, to his Supercar Rooms Miami, where guests can dine with their cars, and finally to his next goal: to make it legally possible to even marry your own car.


    Discover more and follow us:

    👉 Xxxx Elo on Instagram @xxxxelo

    BMW Classic on Instagram @bmwclassic

    Mini Classic on Instagram @official_miniclassic

    JP on Instagram @jprathgen

    Classic Driver on Instagram @classicdriver

    Become a guest on the Classic Heart podcast:

    You have an exciting story about classic BMW to tell? Send us an email bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de
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    37 mins
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