Tag Archives: car auction

Mecum reaches new heights with marathon Kissimmee sale

raustin | May 15, 2013

In what was believed to be a record sale for a 1958 Packard Hawk at auction, this Hawk was sold at the Mecum Kissimmee auction for a hammer bid of $90,000.

Dana Mecum set out to hold the largest collector-car auction ever staged anywhere in the world, and after 10 days of non-stop action in Kissimmee, Fla., he met his goal. More »

Resto-mods gain on stockers at RKM Auction

raustin | May 6, 2013

Report and photos by Charles H. Farley The RKM Inaugural Classic Car Auction was held on May 4 at the Fair Barn in Pinehurst, N.C. This was held in conjuction with the concours d’elegance also debuting at this prestigious location. … More »

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Auburn presents a complete collector car weekend

raustin | May 6, 2013

1938 Cadillac V-16 Convertible Coupe. Photo Credit: Teddy Pieper (c) 2013 Courtesy of Auctions America.

As its highly anticipated annual Auburn Spring sale draws closer, Auctions America has announced additional car-related attractions for the multi-day event. More »

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First Glance: Tom Mack Auctions has ‘Big Thursday’

raustin | April 5, 2013

1955 Chevrolet (Early Series) Pickup truck

The Big Thursday Tom Mack Auction, held April 4 at the Cabarrus Event Center in Concord, N.C., lived up to its name with big deals. More »

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Atlantic City bound: Interesting offerings at Taj Mahal auction

raustin | February 5, 2013

Many interesting classic cars were consigned early to The Classics at the Taj Mahal auction in Atlantic City, N.J., on March 1, 2013. Check them out! More »

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Kissimmee Auction Action: January 26, 2013

raustin | January 26, 2013

Bidding action was hot and heavy on this 1968 Shelby GT500 fastback, but the high bidder at $91,000 was standing proud when the hammer dropped.

Our auction reporter Phil Skinner is reporting live from Kissimmee, Florida… giving you all the auction action at Mecum’s huge sale. Check daily for updates! KISSIMMEE, Fla: As day 9 of this 10-day-long auto-thon kicks off, some of the best … More »

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Kissimmee Auction Action: January 25, 2013

raustin | January 25, 2013

Among the 400+ Corvettes in Kissimmee, none are more rare or desired than this 1971 ZR2 convertible, 1 of only 2 built and the last LS6 454 cid V8’s produced. Slated to run Saturday, watch for an all-time record price.

Our auction reporter Phil Skinner is reporting live from Kissimmee, Florida… giving you all the auction action at Mecum’s huge sale. Check daily for updates! KISSIMMEE, Fla: Day 8 of 10 and the enthusiasm at Dana Mecum’s 10-day Kissimmee auction … More »

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Kissimmee Auction Action: January 24, 2013

raustin | January 24, 2013

Unusual rides abound in Kissimmee, like this really sharp 1974 Volkswagen Type 181 “Thing” finished in Avocado Green.

Our auction reporter Phil Skinner is reporting live from Kissimmee, Florida… giving you all the auction action at Mecum’s huge sale. Check daily for updates! Hard to believe that this the 7th day of the 10-day-long Mecum Kissimmee Auction … More »

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Kissimmee Auction Action: January 23, 2013 – Part 2

raustin | January 23, 2013

One of our favorite cars this Wednesday is this 1953 MG-TD roadster which was called sold for a bid of $26,000.

Our auction reporter Phil Skinner is reporting live from Kissimmee, Florida… giving you all the auction action at Mecum’s huge sale. Check daily for updates! As the 6th day of the Mecum Auction goes into the evening, car deals are … More »

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Kissimmee Auction Action: January 23, 2013 – Part 1