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
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98 episodes
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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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Recent Episodes
June 17, 2026
# 95 – Replay: Simon Kidston. Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este.
<p>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.</p><p>👉 Watch this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BMWGroupClassic" target="_blank">Classic Heart episode on YouTube</a> – filmed atthe Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2024.<br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Discover more and follow us:</strong>👉 Enjoy impressions from the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vcyvmi8jSkY">Concorso d‘Eleganza Villa d‘Este 2024 - A Weekend When the Cars Are the Stars.</a></p><p>Simon Kidston on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/simonkidston/">@simonkidston</a></p><p>BMW Classic on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bmwclassic/?hl=de">@bmwclassic</a></p><p>Mini Classic on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/official_miniclassic/?hl=de">@official_miniclassic</a></p><p>JP on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jprathgen/?hl=de">@jprathgen</a></p><p>Classic Driver on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/classicdriver/?hl=de">@classicdriver</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>Become a guest on the Classic Heart podcast:</strong></p><p>You have an exciting story about classic BMW to tell? Send us an email <a href="mailto:bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de">bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de</a></p>
June 3, 2026
# 94 – Xxxx Elo. Great cars & bold ideas.
<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><strong>Discover more and follow us:</strong></p><p>👉 Xxxx Elo on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/xxxxelo/">@xxxxelo</a></p><p>BMW Classic on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bmwclassic/?hl=de">@bmwclassic</a></p><p>Mini Classic on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/official_miniclassic/?hl=de">@official_miniclassic</a></p><p>JP on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jprathgen/?hl=de">@jprathgen</a></p><p>Classic Driver on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/classicdriver/?hl=de">@classicdriver</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>Become a guest on the Classic Heart podcast:</strong></p><p>You have an exciting story about classic BMW to tell? Send us an email <a href="mailto:bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de">bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de</a></p>
May 20, 2026
#93 - Steve Kupper. 2002 FAQ & a big heart for the community.
<p>Steve bought his first BMW 320i somewhat unexpectedly, competed in autocross with his BMW Z3, discovered the Neue Klasse, and went on to found “2002FAQ.” Today, his garage is home to a BMW 1800, BMW 1600, BMW 2000 TiiTouring, and a BMW 328d xDrive Sports Wagon.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Discover more and follow us:</strong>👉 Steve Kupper’s <a href="https://www.bmw2002faq.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">BMW 2002 FAQ</a></p><p>👉 Join the <a href="https://2002fest.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">BMW 2002 Fest</a> in September 2026</p><p>BMW Classic on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bmwclassic/?hl=de" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">@bmwclassic</a></p><p>Mini Classic on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/official_miniclassic/?hl=de" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">@official_miniclassic</a></p><p>JP on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jprathgen/?hl=de" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">@jprathgen</a></p><p>Classic Driver on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/classicdriver/?hl=de" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">@classicdriver</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>Become a guest on the Classic Heart podcast:</strong></p><p>You have an exciting story about classic BMW to tell? Send us an email <a href="mailto:bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de</a></p>
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