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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.
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From fitness training to the Procar series, from high-performance models and the Batmobile BMW 3.0 CSL to the Art Cars. With unconventional ideas, Jochen Neerpasch propelled BMW Motorsport to the podium in the 1970s.👉 Watch this episode on YouTube: Featuring original photos and film footage, bonus video, and a price draw! 🎄Discover more and follow us:BMW Classic on Instagram @bmwclassicMini Classic on Instagram @official_miniclassicBMW M on Instagram @bmwmmotorsport JP on Instagram @jprathgenClassic Driver on Instagram @classicdriverBecome a guest to Classic Heart podcast:You have an exciting story about classic BMW to tell?Send us an email bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de
Thousands of classic Mini & New MINI gather for the International MINI Meeting. Mikołaj tells you all about the event, community vibes, creativity, camping, and pure driving fun. Join the IMM 2026 in Poland: International MINI Meeting 2026 Mini Classic on Instagram @official_miniclassicDiscover more and follow us:BMW Classic on Instagram @bmwclassicJP on Instagram @jprathgenClassic Driver on Instagram @classicdriverBecome a guest to Classic Heart podcast: You have an exciting story about classic BMW to tell? Send us an email bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de
Adrian, Michail & Kacper celebrate classic BMWs as pop culture and redefine car events — from Villa Erba to Düsseldorf. Do you have an exciting story about classic BMW carsto tell? We’d love to hear it! Send us an email bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de @ultrace_official@bmwclassic@jprathgen@classicdriver
1 of just 50 special models ever made belongs to James. He calls it the "last hand-built car," loves Zagato's timeless lines, and has good reasons for driving alone. Do you have an exciting story about classic BMW cars to tell? We’d love to hear it! Send us an email bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de @bmwclassic @jprathgen @classicdriver
From his days with the Schnitzer BMW 635 CSi to the McLaren F1 GTR. Emanuele Pirro reveals his story and life lessons only racing can teach. Do you have an exciting story about classic BMW cars to tell? We’d love to hear it! Send us an email bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de @emanuele_pirro @bmwclassic @jprathgen @classicdriver
Esteban Valentin, President of the BMW CCA M Chapter, shares the spirit of the American M community. He travelled to Europeto be among the first picking up the brand new M2 Competition at BMW Welt.Do you have an exciting story about classic BMW cars to tell? We’d love to hear it! Send us an email bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de Follow us on Instagram: Esteban Valentin @ban_gt3 @bmwclassic@jprathgen@classicdriver
Christian Silberhorn owns over 100 BMWs and 300 motorcycles. He shares stories of his BMW 2002 TI Diana, AC Schnitzer S7 BMWE32, BMW TI 1800 pickup, and other rare gems. @silberhornclassics@bmwclassic@jprathgen@classicdriverDo you have an exciting story about classic BMW carsto tell? We’d love to hear it! Send us anemail bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de
From a kid with a BMW M1 brochure to building award-winning megacars — in this episode, a true pioneer shares how it all started. Featuring the one-off BMW X5 Le Mans, the Aurora Concours and plenty of automotive passion. Tune in to Classic Heart now!Christian von Koenigsegg on Instagram @heycvk and @koenigseggBMW Group Classic on Instagram @bmwclassicJP Rathgen and Classic Driver on Instagram @jprathgen and @classicdriverDo you have an exciting story about classic BMW cars? We’d love to hear it! Send us an email to bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de with a brief introduction and the remarkable experiences you’ve had with a classic BMW.
Michal drives 2,000 km in his BMW 7 Series (E38) to Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este – and ends up face to face with the museum’s pristine BMW 3 Series (E46). His reaction? Pure joy. A story of old love, new dreams and sheer driving pleasure.Michal Fidowicz on Instagram @candyshowroomBMW Group Classic on Instagram @bmwclassicJP Rathgen and Classic Driver on Instagram @jprathgen and @classicdriverDo you have an exciting story about classic BMW cars? We’d love to hear it! Send us an email to bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de with a brief introduction and the remarkable experiences you’ve had with a classic BMW.
Sandra Button is more than the Chairman of the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance – she’s part of concours history. In this Classic Heart episode, she shares what makes the BMW 507 so captivating, what elegance truly means, and how the scene is evolving. An episode from the heart.BMW Group Classic on Instagram @bmwclassicJP Rathgen and Classic Driver on Instagram @jprathgen and @classicdriverDo you have an exciting story about a classic BMW car or motorcycle? We’d love to hear it! Send us an email to bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de with a brief introduction and of those memorable experiences.
Timo Schnee shares how his BMW love story began – from his 1 Series Coupé with Performance Parts to hosting the unique “Unterholz” community event. Plus: his goal to own a 318is Class II in every colour. Listen now!Timo Schnee on Instagram @vandeschneeBMW Group Classic on Instagram @bmwclassicJP Rathgen and Classic Driver on Instagram @jprathgen and @classicdriverDo you have an exciting story about classic BMW cars? We'd love to hear it! Send us an email to bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de with a brief introduction and the remarkable experiences you've had with a classic BMW
Growing up in the GDR, Daniel Lucas dreamed of a BMW 318 / E30. Today he drives a BMW 320 convertible and aims for the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este. Hear his story of classic cars, BMW bikes and the magic of driving. Listen now to Classic Heart!BMW Group Classic on Instagram @bmwclassicJP Rathgen and Classic Driver on Instagram @jprathgen and @classicdriverDo you have an exciting story about a classic BMW car or motorcycle? We'd love to hear it! Send us an email to bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de with a brief introduction and of those memorable experiences.
Jay Ward is Creative Director of Franchise at Pixar Animation Studios and was responsible for making the ‘Cars’ films that we all love. As a Jury member at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este, he also has a second dream job. And his (crazy) collection of vehicles includes a BMW R 90 superbike.Jay Ward on Instagram @eastbay_jBMW Group Classic on Instagram @bmwclassicJP Rathgen and Classic Driver on Instagram @jprathgen and @classicdriverDo you have an exciting story about a classic BMW car or motorcycle? We'd love to hear it! Send us an email to bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de with a brief introduction and of those memorable experiences.
1BMW & BMX are Maxime Cassagne's great passions.Maxime owns a number of unusual classic BMWs and is also an outstanding BMX flatland rider. He combines both passions at his repurposed fire station in the south of France and shares them with the community.Maxime Cassagne on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/maxcassagne/ BMW Group Classic on Instagram @bmwclassic JP Rathgen and Classic Driver on Instagram @jprathgen and @classicdriver Do you have an exciting story about classic BMW cars? We'd love to hear it! Send us an email to bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de with a brief introduction and the remarkable experiences you've had with a classic BMW.
Max Heidegger modified BMW 2002 engines for racing cars in the 1970s. Max talks about this legendary era of motor sport and how he won Le Mans. As you can imagine, his son Jakob enjoyed a fascinating childhood.Max Heidegger and Jakob Heidegger on Instagram @maxheideggeragBMW Group Classic on Instagram @bmwclassicJP Rathgen and Classic Driver on Instagram @jprathgen and @classicdriverDo you have an exciting story about classic BMW cars? We'd love to hear it! Send us an email to bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de with a brief introduction and the remarkable experiences you've had with a classic BMW.
Bernd Grebenauis a true BMW enthusiast. In 1987, he bought his dream car: a brand-new BMW E30 convertible in Alpinweiß. Little did he know that it would become a design icon and a lifelong companion. Still in its original condition, it embodies everything that makes BMW legendary: pure driving pleasure, timeless design, and reliability. "Like a fine whisky —still going strong," says Bernd. What do this classic AlpinweißBMW E30 convertible, the tragic accident of racing legend Jim Clark, and Bernd Grebenauhave in common? More than you might think! Find out in our latest Classic Heart German edition episode.BMW Group Classic on Instagram @bmwclassicJP Rathgen and Classic Driver on Instagram @jprathgen and @classicdriverDo you have an exciting story about classic BMW cars? We'd love to hear it! Send us an email to bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de with a brief introduction and the remarkable experiences you've had with a classic BMW.
We are celebrating 50 years of the BMW 3 Series with a great story. Frank Kohn discovered his dream car as a child: the BMW M3 Compact E36. Unfortunately it was a prototype that never made it into series production. So Frank built it himself! His brother, Tom, shares his passion. Together they own 43 BMWs.Frank Kohn on Instagram @m3_compactTom Kohn on Instagram @tom_kohn89BMW Group Classic on Instagram @bmwclassicJP Rathgen and Classic Driver on Instagram @jprathgen and @classicdriverDo you have an exciting story about classic BMW cars? We'd love to hear it! Send us an email to bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de with a brief introduction and the remarkable experiences you've had with a classic BMW.
Arnold Schwarzenegger shares his unforgettable BMW story! When he was just 23, the iconic BMW 1600 was Schwarzenegger's pride and joy. And in 2023, he starred in the BMW i Vision Dee commercial, showcasing his enthusiasm for electric mobility and BMW's visionary innovation. Explore all this and other fascinating path-crossing between Arnold Schwarzenegger and BMW in this episode.Arnold Schwarzenegger on Instagram @schwarzeneggerBMW Group Classic on Instagram @bmwclassicJP Rathgen and Classic Driver on Instagram @jprathgen and @classicdriverDo you have an exciting story about classic BMW cars? We'd love to hear it! Send us an email to bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de with a brief introduction and the remarkable experiences you've had with a classic BMW.
Surrounded by classic BMW cars all day long - that's Frank Menton's life. He talks to JP Rathgen about his responsibility as a BMW Classic Partner. The family business became an official BMW partner back in 1932. Frank also talks about his ‘non-collection’ of models including a BMW M635 CSi, a BMW 700 Coupé and a BMW 3200 CS, among others.
Frank Menton on Instagram @menton_automobilcenter
BMW Group Classic on Instagram @bmwclassic
JP Rathgen and Classic Driver on Instagram @jprathgen and @classicdriver
Do you have an exciting story about classic BMW cars? We'd love to hear it! Send us an email to bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de with a brief introduction and the remarkable experiences you've had with a classic BMW.
Baron Dominique Moorkens talks to us about the madcap days of 1970s motor sport. Baron Moorkens competed in rallies and 24-hour races in his BMW 02 after clocking off from work. He has been friends with Jacky Ickx – who later became a legendary BMW works driver – since childhood.
BMW Group Classic on Instagram @bmwclassic
JP Rathgen and Classic Driver on Instagram @jprathgen and @classicdriver
Do you have an exciting story about classic BMW cars? We'd love to hear it! Send us an email to bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de with a brief introduction and the remarkable experiences you've had with a classic BMW.
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