Classic Heart | The BMW Group Classic Podcast

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.

Classic Heart | The BMW Group Classic Podcast is a leisure podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 102 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Classic Heart | The BMW Group Classic Podcast, a leisure show with 102 episodes published.

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  Episode #99

  #100 – Neil Clifford. Fashion & Exquisite automotive taste.

  Aug 12, 202642 minS5

  For the CEO of Kurt Geiger, cars are a “third space” between work and family. From owning one of just 13 Bristol Fighters ever built to driving a BMW 5 Series Touring Alpina B5, which he calls the “Swiss Army knife of cars,” Neil Clifford combines a passion for fashion with an eye for exceptional automobiles. Discover more and follow us: 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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  Episode #98

  #98 – Carlo Borromeo. Understanding Restomods.

  Jul 29, 202635 minS5

  He explains why cars from the 1980s invite reinterpretation, how restomods uncover the original vision behind their design, and why their nostalgia resonates so strongly in today's pop culture. His studio, BorromeodeSilva, is renowned for its high-end restomods. Discover more and follow us: Design studio BorromeodeSilva on Instagram @borromeodesilva TuttoBene event 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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  Episode #96

  #96 David Smothers – New Class in Bristol Grey.

  Jul 1, 202633 minS5

  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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  Episode #95

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

  Jun 17, 202654 minS5

  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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  Episode #94

  # 94 – Xxxx Elo. Great cars & bold ideas.

  Jun 3, 202637 minS5

  <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Discover more and follow us:</p><p>👉 Xxxx Elo on Instagram @xxxxelo</p><p>BMW Classic on Instagram @bmwclassic</p><p>Mini Classic on Instagram @official_miniclassic</p><p>JP on Instagram...

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