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Las Vegas 2022 To Offer Pierce Four motorcycles
When Percy Pierce came across a Belgian FN Four motorcycle, he became rather fascinated by its design. He took inspiration from the FN to create the Pierce Four motorcycle. This became the first four-cylinder motorcycle manufactured in the United States. It was only then that Pierce’s father’s company, which initially…
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A 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Will Cross the Auction Block with Mecum Auctions
Founded by racer Louis Chevrolet and General Motors founder William C. Durant, Chevrolet was incepted in Detroit in 1911. Its first-ever model, Series C Classic Six, was unveiled in 1913. The Series C offered features like an electric starter and electric headlamps. Since then, the company has earned a reputation…
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Mecum Auctions to Offer 1965 Lola T70 Spyder, Other Vintage Cars in Chattanooga
Mecum Auctions will present a two-day sale of classic cars and motorcycles in Chattanooga this October. The event is part of the second annual Chattanooga Motorcar Festival. Among the featured vehicles is a 1965 Lola T70 Mk1 Spyder formerly owned by automotive designer Carroll Shelby and racing driver Dan Gurney.…
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Mecum Auctions to Offer Pontiac GTO Convertible and Chevrolet Impala
The Oakland Motor Car Company, established in Pontiac, Michigan by Edward Murphy, produced carriages before General Motors it bought out. In the 1920s, General Motors introduced the first Pontiac model as part of the Oakland line. Pontiac models, including the GTO, were popular by the 1960s. Designed by John DeLorean,…
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Bonhams’ Upcoming Auction Features 1913 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost
Bonhams’ forthcoming Audrain Concours Auction brings a 1913 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost “London-Edinburgh” Tourer. Charles Rolls partnered with Henry Royce and established Rolls-Royce in 1904. The brand is particularly known for its luxury motor cars. In 1906, Rolls-Royce debuted the Silver Ghost, a large touring automobile named by Claude Johnson, the…
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Around the Auction World: August 2021
Photos from around the auction world in August 2021. Image credit from left to right: Saffronart, Bonhams, and Morton Subastas. Collage by Heemin Moon (Auction Daily). The summer auction season drew to a gentle close in August 2021. The month offered many opportunities to encounter contemporary art and 20th-century collectibles,…
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Mecum Auctions Offers Chevrolet Copo Camaro
Chevrolet began when William C. Durant, one of the founders of General Motors, joined forces with Swiss racecar driver and engineer Louis Chevrolet. The brand soon became known for its performance, durability, and innovation. Chevrolet went on to develop several automotive inventions, including fuel injection, safety glass, anti-lock brakes, and…
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The Lifetime Collection Of Neil Krinke In Scranton, North Dakota – Cars, Tractors, Parts, Signs And More – Will Be Auctioned Sept. 18th
The auction will be held live on-site at the Krinke family farm in western North Dakota by VanDerBrink Auctions. Internet bidding is available but, if possible, it’s best to be there. SCRANTON, N.D. – Classic car collectors, rod project enthusiasts, barn find buffs, vintage tractor fans and folks looking for…
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Aston Martin, Ford, Delahaye, Jaguar, Porsche, and Talbot-Lago Headline Monterey Car Week Auctions
After a year-long hiatus caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Monterey Car Week in California is set to return this August. Beginning today, August 6th, 2021, live events will run until Sunday, August 15th. The annual classic car week will feature nearly 30 events, including car shows, auctions, races, panel discussions,…
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A Ferrari 275 GTB Leads Upcoming Mecum Auctions Sale
A Ferrari 275 GTB/6C Long Nose is a key highlight in Mecum Auctions’ upcoming sale. After the success of Ferrari’s 250 GT Lusso series, Ferrari launched the 275 GTB in 1964. It was the company’s last dual-purpose sports car. The car was the only road car to feature a five-speed…
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Bonhams’ Motorcycle Auction Headlined by Harley-Davidson, Ducati, and Moto Guzzi Bikes
Bonhams’ upcoming motorcycle auction features bikes from Harley-Davidson, Ducati, Moto Guzzi, and other manufacturers. Highlights from Harley-Davidson include the 1939 El Knucklehead. The Great Depression profoundly impacted Harley-Davidson’s sales, plummeting from around 24,000 bikes sold in 1929 to a little over 7,000 bikes in 1932. Still, the company went forward…
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Mecum Auctions Offers Parnelli Jones’ Baja 1000 Winner Ford Bronco Big Oly
An off-road racing vehicle from the personal collection of Parnelli Jones is a key highlight in Mecum Auctions’ upcoming sale. The 1969 Ford Bronco Big Oly was built to suit the strength, speed, and weight specifications of the renowned former professional racing driver. Jones was the first driver to push…
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Bonhams’ Amelia Island Auction Highlights Brass Era, Pre-War Cars
Bonhams’ annual car sale, the Amelia Island Auction, brings a focused selection of luxury automobilia and motorcars. On May 20th, 2021, the auction house will offer over 100 automobiles ranging from historic to contemporary production eras. Bidding will start at 11:00 AM EDT. Before the sale starts, Auction Daily takes…
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Selection of five classic Bentleys with VIP connections for sale by H&H Classics
The five due to go under the hammer at H&H Classics’ IWM Duxford auction on May 26th 2021 all boast interesting first owners. LONDON.- In real money terms buying a brand new Bentley has never been more affordable. A base model Bentayga might set one back £133,260 but the firm’s least…
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World record price for 1960 AC Aceca Bristol restoration project
Terry Harrison’s Princess Blue 1960 AC Aceca Bristol. LONDON.- The garage collection of the late Terry Harrison - ex-Works BMC Navigator, keen amateur racer and authority on motorsport history - was sold by H&H Classics yesterday at a Live Auction Online without Reserve. Terry Harrison’s Princess Blue 1960 AC Aceca Bristol had been…
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Chevrolet 1956 Bel Air Comes to Auction with Mecum
Chevrolet reached a height of innovation between the 1930s and 1940s. During this time, the company created several important automotive inventions, including column shifts, V-grilles, hydraulic brakes, and independent front suspensions. Chevrolet’s 1956 Bel Air model benefitted from those developments. One of these cars will be available in Mecum Auctions’…
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Charlton Hall Offers Vintage Cars and Antiquities in 92nd Anniversary Auction – Session I
Founded in 1929 by Charlton Hall Jr., Charlton Hall will celebrate more than nine decades in business with its upcoming 92nd Anniversary auction. The sale includes vintage cars, furniture, guns and firearms, fine art, jewelry, decorative art, and collectibles. One highlighted lot is a vintage 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SE convertible. The…
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“On the Road to Glendale with Mecum Auctions”
Auto enthusiasts can expect a broad array of collector cars at the third annual Mecum Auctions sale in Glendale, Arizona. The sale will be held at State Farm Stadium and is expected to host more than 1,200 cars. One of the featured cars in the sale is one of only…
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The first Daimler Double Six VDP off the production line for sale with H&H Classics
Originally finished in Garnet Metallic with Chamois interior, it was dispatched on 8th November 1972 and subsequently sold to its first owner, J Dale Ltd of London N1, via dealers Reeve & Stedeford of Birmingham. It was road registered under the mark ‘GON 51L’ on 1st February 1973. LONDON.- Once in…
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Marc Chagall Lithograph Leads Clarke Auction Gallery’s Upcoming Auction
A Marc Chagall lithograph will be available in Clarke Auction Gallery’s upcoming Fine Art, Jewelry, Antiques, Asian, & Midcentury Auction. Titled Daphnis and Chloe: Chloe is Carried Off by the Methymneans, this piece shows a vibrant scene with human figures riding horses and carrying war instruments. At the center, two…
