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Peter Vandesluys has spent decades restoring classic motor cars, both in Australia through his company Re-creation Automotive and previously in the United States. Over the years, he’s brought countless beautiful machines back to life—but one recent project stands out as both his most challenging and most rewarding. In this episode, Peter shares the remarkable story behind the restoration of a 1962 Lancia Flaminia Sport Zagato. Originally built to compete in legendary events like the Targa Florio in Palermo, Italy, the car lived a hard and varied early life before arriving in Sydney in 1965. After years of wear and neglect, it has now been given an extraordinary new lease on life. This isn’t just a story about restoration—it’s about history, craftsmanship, and the next chapter of a truly special car. As Peter explains, finishing the restoration was not the end, but the beginning of yet another colourful phase in the Flaminia’s journey. We hope you enjoy this conversation with Peter Vandesluys of Re-creation Automotive.

John Zeigler is a celebrated advertising and marketing executive best known for his senior leadership within the global network DDB. He led one of the most successful agency groups in the Asia-Pacific region—26 agencies across 14 countries with more than 3,200 employees—and was honoured as the Academy of Marketing Science’s Global Marketer of the Year in 2013. But beyond the boardroom, John is a lifelong car enthusiast. Growing up around his father’s passion for motoring, he went on to restore and modify countless cars. Now, he’s taking on his most ambitious challenge yet: launching his own car manufacturing company. Together with business partner Greg Bailey, John has founded Zeigler Bailey, building modern, high-quality cars inspired by the iconic G-Series Porsche 911s of the ’70s and ’80s. With eight orders already placed, they’re preparing to launch in Australia next year—then take their creations to the world. Some may call the dream far-fetched, but after seeing the Melbourne workshop, the craftsmanship, and the team’s enthusiasm, it’s clear John, Greg, and their investors could be onto something extraordinary. Enjoy this month’s episode of Let's Drive Together with Glenn Ridge, featuring the remarkable journey of John Zeigler.

2025 marks a major milestone for Brad Jones Racing as theteam celebrates 25 years in one of the most competitive and high-stakes arenas in motorsport — the Australian Supercars Championship. After achieving success across a range of categories including Formula Ford, Production Touring, GT racing, as well as championship victories in AUSCAR, NASCAR, and Australian Super Touring, Brad and his brother Kim made their Supercars debut in 2000. They entered the series with a Ford AUFalcon acquired from Tony Longhurst Racing, marking the beginning of a new chapter in their motorsport journey. This year also brings exciting news for the team’s future,with the announcement of a partnership with Toyota. Starting in 2026, Brad Jones Racing will field four Toyota GR Supras in the Supercars Championship — a bold step forward for the team. With decades of experience in Australian motorsport, BradJones has no shortage of stories, insights, and reflections. In this episode of the Famous Last Words podcast, Brad shares his journey, memorable moments, and his connections with some of the most iconic figures in the sport. We hope you enjoy this special conversation with Brad Jones.

In the latest chat Glenn Ridge chats to Glen Wood — a bloke who’s been tearing it up in the Pro ranks of the Porsche Carrera Cup and loving every second of it. Glen’s no rookie. He kicked things off in Aussie Formula Ford, then took his talents to the UK in British Formula Ford before jumping into the Australian GT scene. He’s raced just about everything on four wheels — and if you’re into endurance, he’s your guy: 8 starts at Bathurst 12 Hour, 2 at the Dubai 24, he has driven Development Series Holden's to Lamborghini's and has a stack of wild stories to go with them. We talk early days, sibling rivalries (yes, he’s gone door-to-door with older brother Dale Wood), and what life’s really like behind the wheel in one of the country’s most intense racing series. Glen’s got serious talent, great banter, and plenty of tales from the track — this one’s fast, fun, and full of fuel. Strap in.

In this special episode from the Famous archives, we revisit an unforgettable chat with a true icon of Australian motorsport — Barry Oliver. Barry's voice is instantly recognisable to fans across the country, but his legacy goes far beyond the commentary box. I first met Barry over 30 years ago at the Targa Tasmania Tarmac Rally, where he teamed up with motorsport great Jim Richards. That partnership would go on to make history: 78 starts, 43 podium finishes, and 25 wins — making them the most successful duo in Australian tarmac rallying. We talk about those epic years on the road, the stories behind the stats, and Barry’s deep love for the sport — from V8 Supercars to his work behind the scenes on countless motorsport committees. Whether you're a die-hard motorsport fan or just love a great story, this one’s worth your time. Settle in for a ride through racing history with one of the sport’s most respected voices.

We’re throwing it back to September 2023 for a seriously revved-up episode featuring Bernie Quinn, the engineering brain behind Premcar—the Aussie powerhouse behind some of the most exciting performance projects on (and off) the road. From the Nissan Navara Warrior to hush-hush auto collaborations, Bernie shares stories from inside the garages of Toyota, Ford, FPV, and beyond—before co-founding Premcar and helping redefine Aussie performance engineering. We talk shop, future tech, wild rides, and what really goes on behind the scenes of car development. There’s even a sneak peek into Bernie’s personal garage. Brought to you by Famous Insurance, because we know how to spot a car worth covering—and a story worth telling. Buckle up with Glenn Ridge for another Famous chat. 👀🎙️

We are throwing back to 2020 when Glenn sat down with Melbourne’s king of classic motorcycles—Johnny Gee. Collector, storyteller, café owner and the force behind Naked Racer Moto Co, Johnny’s been keeping Australia’s motorcycle heritage alive (and roaring) for over 30 years. From a garage full of rare Indians to a bar full of bike lovers, Johnny’s built more than just a business—he’s built a motorcycling institution. With over 250 classic machines under one roof, a buzzing café, workshop, and an atmosphere that smells like espresso and engine oil, Naked Racer is part museum, part local legend. We talk wild stories from Johnny’s time buying vintage bikes across the US, the history behind his favorite two-wheelers, and what it takes to run one of the most iconic moto spaces in the country. Powered by Famous Insurance—because bikes like these aren’t just machines, they’re memories worth protecting. Pull up a stool, order a long black, and enjoy the ride. 🏍️☕🎧

This episode with Glenn Ridge features a name synonymous with Australian rallying—Dean Herridge. With rallying quite literally in his blood, Dean grew up in the co-driver seat of life. Son of dual Australian Rally Champion Rob Herridge, Dean carved his own path across gravel, tarmac, off-road stages, and circuits around the world. From Bathurst to the FIA Pacific Cup, and the Sunraysia Safari, Dean has done it all—with the trophies to prove it. We dive into the moments that shaped his career—from family influences to mental strategies behind race prep, life as a Subaru works driver, and his continued involvement in motorsport through Maximum Motorsport. There’s go-karting, fatherhood, and a rally-driving masterclass thrown in too (yes, from the passenger seat). Brought to you by Famous Insurance, because legends like Dean—and the machines they drive—deserve to be protected. Start your engines. Or don’t. Just hit play. 🚗💨🎙️ Rally DrivingMaster Class with Dean Herridge – Motorsport Australia

Rotary Royalty: Maisie Place on Grit, Gears & Going Full Throttle In this episode of Famous Last Words, we sit down with one of the most exciting names in Australian motorsport: Maisie Place. At just 25, Maisie is already a qualified mechanic, competitive RX-8 Cup driver, and race team owner—making waves on and off the track in a scene still largely dominated by men. Maisie shares her journey from apprentice under rotary legend Jon Waterhouse to leading her own team at events like the Bathurst 6 Hour and the Nürburgring 24 Hour. She opens up about the late nights in the workshop (sometimes sleeping there to get the job done), the power of mentorship, and what it’s like navigating motorsport as a woman. 💬 “I got to meet Leanne Tander and thought—oh, girls can do this.”💬 “When you’re in the race car, the rest of the world stops—and I love that.”💬 “If you read my messages, you’d be mortified.” This is a raw, inspiring look into what it takes to build a career in motorsport from the ground up—with nothing but grit, talent, and a love for rotary engines. 🔧 Listen now and get under the hood with one of the industry’s rising stars.

🏁 George Vidovic: The Man Behind Python Vehicles 🏁 From a humble Melbourne garage to the high banks of Daytona, George Vidovic has spent over 35 years building a legacy in motorsport and engineering. In this episode, we dive into his journey — from creating Australia’s most respected Cobra replicas at Python Vehicles, to winningmultiple Victorian Sports Car Championships with the iconic #98 Python Cobra. We also talk racing in the U.S., including the Classic Daytona 24 and Sebring 12 Hour, his beloved McLaren M6B Can-Am car, and building a Cobra for none other than F1 legend Michael Schumacher. 💥 Fast cars. Big dreams. No shortcuts. #GeorgeVidovic #PythonVehicles #Motorsport #CobraReplica #Daytona24 #CarCulture #famous #famousinsurance #pscrv #sportscars #mclaren #canam #cobra #shelby #kitcar

🏁 Toby Hederics: Rookie Rider to Dakar Finisher 🏁 The 2025 Dakar Rally had plenty of drama — from Daniel Sanders taking the Moto title to Toby Price switching to four wheels — but it’s Toby Hederics who stole our hearts. Raised on the banks of the Murray in Gol Gol and the son of Aussie desert racing legend John Hederics, Toby only set his sights on Dakar two years ago. After being the top rookie at Rally du Maroc 2023, he earned his shot — and made it count. In this episode, Toby shares the real story behind his Dakar debut: the prep, the struggle to fund the dream, the emotional highs and lows of the world’s toughest rally, and the pride of finishing as the 19th overall, 9th in Rally 2, and 2nd among rookies. 🎧 Hit play and get inspired by one of Australia’s rising off-road stars. #Dakar2025 #TobyHederics #RallyLife #RookieRider #MotoAdventure #AustralianMotorsport #OffRoadRacing #DesertDreams #FamousLastWordsPodcast #famous #famousinsurance #ktm

🏁 Mal Rose: Privateer to Endurance Racing Legend In this episode, we sit down with one of Australia’s most respected racing privateers — Mal Rose. With a career spanning over 30 years, Mal has raced it all: from Formula Ford and AUSCAR to V8 Supercars, and even 24-hour endurance classics around the globe. He’s a former Australian Production Car Champion, V8 Supercar Privateer Series winner, and has made 13 consecutive starts at the Nürburgring 24 Hour, including five with Aston Martin Racing. Mal has also claimed class wins at Spa, Dubai, Malaysia, and Bathurst. Beyond driving, Mal is a skilled mechanic and car builder who has prepared everything from Subaru STis to Nissan GTRs, Aston Martins, and even race trucks. In this chat, he shares stories from the pit to the podium — including the time he raced against F1 engineering mastermind Adrian Newey. 🎧 Tune in for an epic motorsport journey — from the workshop to the world stage. #MalRose #EnduranceRacing #Nurburgring24 #AstonMartinRacing #PrivateerLife #AustralianMotorsport #Bathurst #Spa24 #FamousLastWordsPodcast #RaceCarDriver #famous #famousinsurance #holden #supercar #v8supercar #mirage #privateer #astonmartin

🚗 Richard Ferlazzo: Designing the Future of Holden With over 30 years at GMH, Richard Ferlazzo shaped the look and feel of some of Australia’s most iconic vehicles. From Senior Designer to GM Australia Design Director, he led a team of 150+ creatives across production, advanced, and concept design — not just for Holden, but for global GM platforms. In this episode, Richard shares stories from inside the design studio — including the creation of the “Billion Dollar Baby” VE Commodore and the award-winning EFIJY Concept Car. His deep passion for automotive design and rich industry insight make this a must-listen for car lovers and creatives alike. Richard has a real passion for cars, loves talking about them and has many great stories, so I hope you enjoy this Podcast with Richard Ferlazzo.  🎧 Tap play and take a ride through three decades of design, innovation, and automotive culture. #RichardFerlazzo #HoldenDesign #GMH #EFIJY #VECommodore #CarDesign #AustralianMotoring #AutoDesign #FamousLastWordsPodcast #famous #famousinsurance #holden

Gavin King, the Director of Sydney’s Concours Sportscar Restorations has been restoring and rebuilding classic Jaguars, Aston Martins and Ferraris for more than 30 years. He started the business at 21 years of age and has built it up to become one of Australia’s top restoration companies. Over the years Gavin and his team have restored, rebuilt, or recreated classic Jaguars like the C Type as well as Lightweight and Low Drag Coupe versions of the E Type. There have been amazing Ferrari’s like a 1971 Dino 245 GT which recently won its category at the ‘Motors and Masterpieces Concourse’ in Melbourne, a retromod of an Aston Martin DB6 as well as many other concourse winning cars.   In this podcast, Gavin talks about some of his amazing creations, the challenges of restoring an old car, the relationships he developed with the cars owners as well as the future of restoration shops like his or is it a dying trade.

Richard Craill has been commentating at major motor racing events around the country since 2004.  His knowledge of the sport is second to none, and it was great to see him called up by the Ten Network to call this year’s Formula 1 at Albert Park. Richard is also the man behind the motorsport website theracetorque.com and a part of the very successful ‘On the Grid Podcast’ team.