358: Preserving Automotive History - Meagan Lobzun & RM Sotheby's Archival Work

In this episode, we sit down with Meagan Lobzun, a Senior Research Activist at RM Sotheby's, who plays a crucial role in preserving the rich history of some of the world's most valuable collector cars. Meagan and her team meticulously catalog every piece of documentation, ensuring that each car that crosses the auction block carries a verified and authentic story.   From rare Bugattis and vintage Ferraris to bespoke Aston Martins, RM Sotheby's research team uncovers hidden histories, verifies provenance, and safeguards the legacy of automotive icons. How do they track down lost documents, verify original parts, and tell the true story of each collector car? We dive into the behind-the-scenes world of automotive archiving, exploring the challenges, triumphs, and unexpected discoveries that make their work so fascinating.   If you're a car collector, historian, or enthusiast, this episode is a must-listen!   🔹 Topics Covered: ✔️ The importance of historical documentation in the collector car market   ✔️ RM Sotheby's research process & authentication techniques   ✔️ Notable cars with fascinating histories   ✔️ How digital tools & archives are revolutionizing the industry   ✔️ The detective work behind finding lost car records   🔹 Guest: Meagan Lobzun, Senior Research Activist, RM Sotheby's   🔹 Host: Greg Stanley 🎧 Tune in to explore the untold stories behind legendary collector cars! #CollectorCars #RMSothebys #AutomotiveHistory #ClassicCars #CarAuction #Ferrari #Bugatti #AstonMartin #CarProvenance #VintageCars #RareCars #CarPodcast Follow The Collector Car Podcast: Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or communicate with Greg directly via Email. Join RM Sotheby's Car Specialist Greg Stanley as he applies over 25 years of insight and analytical experience to the collector car market. Greg interviews the experts, reviews market trends and even has some fun. Podcasts are posted every Thursday and available on Apple Podcast, GooglePlay, Spotify and wherever podcasts are found. See more at www.TheCollectorCarPodcast.com or contact Greg directly at [email protected]. Are you looking to consign at one of RM Sotheby's auctions? Email Greg at [email protected].