359: Star War Toy Vehicle Design with Tom Osborne

In this special episode, Greg sits down with legendary toy designer Tom Osborne, the creative mind behind the iconic Star Wars toy vehicles from the original trilogy, released starting in 1977. Tom takes us behind the scenes, revealing how these beloved toys made the leap from a script page to store shelves—and ultimately, into the hands of millions of kids worldwide. Tom shares the fascinating process of translating the imaginative ships and speeders of the Star Wars universe into tangible, playable toys. From early concept sketches and material choices to working closely with Lucasfilm and overcoming production challenges, Tom offers an insider's look at how these toys became an essential part of pop culture history. ✨ Tune in to hear how creativity, craftsmanship, and a galaxy far, far away came together to inspire generations. 🎧 Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, and wherever you listen! #StarWarsToys #TomOsborn #CollectorCarPodcast #StarWars #VintageToys #ToyDesign #Lucasfilm #StarWarsVehicles #PodcastEpisode #BehindTheScenes #ToyCollector #PopCulture #ActionFigures #1977 #StarWarsFans #ToyHistory Stay connected with The Collector Car Podcast—find us on our Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, or reach out to Greg directly via email. Join RM Sotheby's Car Specialist Greg Stanley as he brings over 25 years of experience and keen market analysis to the world of collector cars. Each week, Greg dives into market trends, interviews industry experts, and shares insights—with a little fun along the way. New episodes drop every Thursday and are available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more at www.TheCollectorCarPodcast.com or email Greg at [email protected]. Interested in consigning a car at an RM Sotheby's auction? Contact Greg directly at [email protected].