Author: Tony Piff

Tony has long trumpeted the virtues of collecting Japanese cars. His daily driver is a 1970 Toyota Hilux — the one with the turn signals on top of the fenders. His popular “Rising Sun” column keeps a pulse on the J-tin market.

Bonhams Adds Amelia Island Auction to 2015 Calendar

Bonhams is jumping into the Amelia Island scene in 2015. The auction house will host a collector car sale in Fernandina Beach, FL, a city at the north end of Amelia Island on March 10–12. Bonhams’ auction will precede the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance festivities. The Concours events run March 12–15. […]

This Week’s Classic Mystery Photo

“You, too, can make your son or daughter’s senior prom a very special occasion.” — Erik Olson The monthly Mystery Photo has been an SCM tradition for 25 years. Each week, we’ll share one of our “greatest hits” photos from the past and give you a chance to provide a […]

42nd Forest Grove Concours d’Elegance Features The Art of Italian Motoring

The 42nd Forest Grove Concours d’Elegance will showcase The Art of Italian Motoring on Sunday, July 20. Keith Martin returns for his eighth year as emcee. SCM Editor at Large Donald Osborne joins Keith at the microphone. Donald will also provide morning commentary, interviewing the owners on the show field. The […]

This Week’s Classic Mystery Photo

“I did not see that coming!” — Irene   The monthly Mystery Photo has been an SCM tradition for 25 years. Each week, we’ll share one of our “greatest hits” photos from the past and give you a chance to provide a new witty and provocative caption. Each week’s winner […]

2015 Arizona Concours Tickets Now Available

Tickets for the January 2015 Arizona Concours d’Elegance are now on sale. Well-known veteran concours judge John Carlson will again serve as chief judge.SCM Publisher Keith Martin will return as host and emcee. Go here to purchase tickets. The Arizona Concours d’Elegance is a select display of exceptional vintage automobiles […]

Countdown to the Concours d’Elegance at The Wood

The 7th Annual Concours d’Elegance at The Wood takes place July 11 and 12, once again on the 18th fairway of the Lynnwood Golf Course, a picturesque venue unlike any concours in Washington State. Over 60 hand-selected classic, sports and muscle cars will be on display. Brass and Nickel Era cars will […]

This Week’s Classic Mystery Photo

“Don’t worry son. Restoring this Ferrari should be a piece of cake.” — Bill Wreford The monthly Mystery Photo has been an SCM tradition for 25 years. Each week, we’ll share one of our “greatest hits” photos from the past and give you a chance to provide a new witty […]

Pebble Beach Concours Adds Two New Events

  The Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance has added two new events to the calendar for Pebble Beach Automotive Week: the Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum presented by Credit Suisse and the Pebble Beach Classic Car Expo. Forum speakers include SCM Publisher Keith Martin and SCM Contributor Miles Collier. Pebble Beach […]