Episode 32

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1st Mar 2023

Retromobile Special Part 2

It's me, Mark Stone, and here I am at Rétromobile hosted in Port de Versailles, on the outskirts of Central Paris, and marks the start of the new classic car season. It features cars that can only be seen in magazines or books, but here, they are displayed in front of you in the metal. The world's most fabulous auction houses are also at the event, showcasing cars available for sale, though some require significant money to purchase. Besides cars, accessories, books, and artwork related to classic cars are available.

The exhibition centre where the show is held is impressive, with food and drinks available, and the queues are always short. You can find people from all over the world, and they are always willing to give information and speak to you in English. The show is held from Wednesday to Sunday; even if you spend the entire time there, you will see only some of it. It's an incredible experience, and I highly recommend attending if you ever can.

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About the Podcast

Backseat Driver
Yorkshires favourite Lancastrian talks about motoring in all its forms
Based in the north-west of England, former competitive driver Mark Stone moved into radio and motoring journalism after his competitive driving career came to an end in the late 1980s. Over the years, Mark has written for many of the well-known motoring magazines and made numerous TV appearances across Europe and is still an enthusiastic driver. In the Backseat Driver Podcast, Mark interviews prominent people from all over the world of motoring.