classic cars
Over 400 Corvettes to be Sold at Bloomington Gold Mecum Auction
Given the high standard of cars that attend the show, those Corvettes for sale promise to included some top quality restored, original and highly desirable examples.
Rare Ferrari Testa Rossa up for Grabs at RM’s Monterey Auction
The car, 0738TR, was built in 1958 and delivered brand new, to Brazilian Jean-Louis Lacerda Soares. During the course of its history the car has been extensively raced.
Is There a Female-Friendly Car That Still Appeals to Men?
As most women can tell you, driving in high heels is not an easy feat. And where do you put your over-sized purse or laptop bag where it’s still easy to access, even when there’s someone in the passenger seat? These are the concerns that have been raised by those designing cars in an attempt…
Barrett-Jackson Announces iPhone App
One of the neat features about B-J’s app for the iPhone and iPod, is that it presents users with real time updates, with a regularly updated list of vehicle lot numbers, so they can see which vehicle will cross the block next.
Fords Boosts Restoration Parts Inventory for Older Models
Among the most exciting for enthusiasts are once hard to find trim and interior components, along with complete reproduction body shells for 1967, ’68, ’69, and ’70 Mustang Fastback/Sportsroof models.
Kruse Gets Auction License Revoked in Home State
Kruse Inc. is perhaps best known for selling the famous William Harrah car collection over the course of three separate auctions which brought over $41 million, including a 1934 Dusenberg which was bought for cool $1 million in cash.
Classic Pontiacs to Take Center Stage at RM San Diego
Among the cars up for auction from his personal collection, include a 1965 GTO hartop, a 1966 GTO convertible; two Carousel Red 1969 GTO Judge coupes, one of which is an original Drag Race dealer program car.
Road Rally to Preview Barrett-Jackson’s Orange County Event
Prior to its Orange County, California, scheduled to take place June 27-29 at the OC Fair and Event Center, Barrett-Jackson is organizing an inaugural Orange County Road Rally, which will take place on June 19th.
Vaughn Gittin Jr. Building ’69 Ford Mustang RTR-X for SEMA
It’s no surprise that Gittin Jr. has really helped push the Ford Mustang brand with younger enthusiasts. From drifting to his Mustang RTR, to the awesome and RTR-C (that debuted at SEMA 2009), he has captured the attention of many using modern designs and modern Mustangs. Now he’s taking a step back, way back to…
Young Camaro Wants To Be Old, Ends Up Looking Like Red-Headed Step-Child
In a perfect example of a good concept with poor execution, this brand new Chevy Camaro sports a retro-style 1969 Camaro SS front end. Sure the idea behind it is interesting, giving the Camaro more of a traditional, old school hot-rod look to the new-style body. But let’s face it; modern car design lines often…
Thunderbird Celebrates 55 Years With Party at Ford HQ
In honor of the car’s 55th birthday, a special show will be held at Ford World Headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan on June 26th.
U.S. Senate Declares July 9th Collector Car Appreciation Day
Auto enthusiasts and the government have a tenuous relationship at best. Whether its anti-speeding laws, legislation restricting vehicle mods or mandating the dreaded “smog tests” that usually take beloved older vehicles off the road. Fortunately, the government sometimes lends a hand to enthusiasts of older cars, by giving them protection under the “Historic Vehicle” category,…
RM’s Monaco Auction Nets $45 Million in Sales
The sale’s cover car, the 1937 BMW 328 MM ‘Buegelfalte’, considered to be one of the world’s most significant pre-war sports race cars, exchanged hands within less than 24 hours of the sale’s conclusion.
First 2011 Corvette Honors Sports Car’s First Le Mans Win 50 Years Ago
The very first 2011 Corvette to roll off the assembly line is a Z06 model built to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Corvette’s first Le Mans class win. With styling similar to that 1960 Briggs Cunningham Corvette, it gets Arctic White paint and blue racing stripes, as well as a big #3 on the door….
On the Up: RM’s Michigan Auction Sees an Increase in Attendance
Big 1930s luxury cars, that pay homage to Detroit’s rich automotive past and continue to be among the most blue chip of investments when it comes to classic cars, were also out in healthy numbers.
Russo and Steele Suing Tri-Rentals for Tent Collapse at Arizona Auction
A statement was issued on Thursday, April 29th from Russo Steele, citing a lawsuit against the tent company that includes chargers of gross negligence, negligence, fair dealing and breach of fate among other things.
And Now For Something Completely Different: Volvo 240 Lionized In Rap Song
Yesterday, AutoGuide brought you an in-depth look at the “swangas” scene in Houston. Today, we’re going in the complete opposite direction, all the way over to Seattle, Washington, where a white rapper named Grynch has just dropped a track all about his Volvo. The car in question is a 1986 Volvo 240DL. Not the turbo,…
RM gears up for inaugural Sporting Classics of Monaco
The Sporting Classics auction, will also bring together some of the most desirable and sought after European motorcars in the world.
Mecum Breaks Kansas City Auction Record, Proving Classic Car Market Still Strong
Mecum had a 62% sell-through rate at the Spring Kansas City Auction, which is robust by most any standards.
Bugatti Veyron, Ferrari F40 Among Exotic Cars To Be Auctioned After Ponzi Scheme Bust
Scott Rothstein was once a prominent South Florida lawyer, famous for his humble roots, flashy lifestyle and philanthropy. But after a suicide attempt and a failed escape to Morocco, Rothsetin turned himself in after federal agents exposed his 1.2 billion dollar Ponzi scheme. Now, the United States government has seized his assets and is auctioning…
Classic Recreations 1967 Shelby GT500CR Meshes Classic Styling with Modern Performance
Every G.T.500CR comes with an official Shelby serial number and will be listed on the Shelby World Registry. Three different versions of the car will be offered.
Betty White’s 1977 Cadillac Seville Caged in Antiques Museum
A recent surge of celebrity, thanks to Super Bowl ads and a bid to host SNL, has brought all things Betty White into the spotlight again, and this time, it’s the 88-year-old comedian and television series veteran’s custom 1977 Cadillac Seville that’s making headlines. Given to her by her late husband Allen Ludden, a television…
Unique Harley Earl Corvette to Hit the Block at Mecum Auction in Indianapolis
The one-of-a-kind ’63 Corvette has been restored to its former glory, including the stainless steel side exhausts and uniquely trimmed interior.
Classic Car Enthusiasts Gear up for Carlisle
Spring marks many things, but for car collectors it signifies another season of huge events at Carlisle.
