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.

McLaren F1 GTR Longtail Leads Gooding & Company’s January Offerings

  The most successful 1997 McLaren F1 GTR Longtail (Gooding estimate: $5m-$7m) will cross Gooding & Company’s auction stage in Scottsdale. The auction commences at 11 a.m. at Scottsdale Fashion Square on January 17 and 18. Enthusiasts the world over recognize McLaren’s F1 GTR as a stunning example of racing […]

Gooding offers 1952 Ferrari 212 Inter Coupe

Gooding & Company will offer a 1952 Ferrari 212 Inter Coupe at their upcoming sale in Scottsdale. Chassis # 0257EU is estimated to sell between $1.7m and $2.2m.  View all of Gooding’s current Scottsdale consignments here.

1958 Ferrari 250 GT LWB Cal Spyder at RM Arizona

  A 1958 Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spyder, chassis 1055 GT, has been consigned for RM‘s 15th Arizona sale. The auction will take place January 16–17 at the Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa in Phoenix. The well-established sale will feature more than 120 exceptional cars. The 11th of only 50 long-wheelbase […]

This Week’s Classic Mystery Photo

“Nice patina and stance” — Martin Tuip, via Facebook 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 will […]

This Week’s Classic Mystery Photo

“A masterful homage to 1960s psychadelia” – Ace 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 will […]

Star Cars in Arizona: First Look

Consignment lists for Arizona Auction Week are still being finalized, but the car selection already looks impressive. Here’s an early look at things to come: An expertly restored 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing in black over red has just been consigned to the Gooding & Company Scottsdale auction. View the current consignment […]

Eight-Car Ecurie Ecosse Collection Totals $14.5m at Bonhams London

The eight-car Ecurie Ecosse Collection totaled $14.5m at Bonhams’ London sale on Sunday, leading to an overall $27.6m. Out of 34 lots, 28 sold, for a 82% sales rate. Just as they did in the 1950s, four of the Ecurie Ecosse Jaguars raced ahead of their rivals. The team’s 1952 Jaguar […]

1933 Lagonda 3-Litre Tourer at Bonhams Oxford

Bonhams will close out the year with their Oxford sale on Monday, December 9. A 1933 Lagonda 3-Litre T7 tourer is the star car, estimated to fetch between $130k and $200k. View all the consignments here.

This Week’s Classic Mystery Photo

“Still prettier than a Panamera” — Martin Tuip, via Facebook 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 […]

This Week’s Classic Mystery Photo

“The door gap is a little off.” — Sudie Sudendorf’s winning caption, via Facebook 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 […]