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Callaway C16 Cabrio Debuts at 2007 New York Auto Show
OLD LYME, CONNECTICUT (March 19, 2007) – Callaway Cars today announced it will unveil the C16 Cabrio, the company’s convertible variant of the limited production C16 supercar, at the New York International Auto Show. Callaway engineers integrated powertrain, brakes and suspension enhancements into the current Chevrolet Corvette platform, giving driving enthusiasts the opportunity to experience…
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American Muscle Levels Off in Arizona
1971 Hemi ’Cuda convertible brought $2.4m at RMCars that were hard to find and trading for $275,000–$375,000 found a new price—between $225,000 and $275,000 With drama unmatched by even the best reality TV, the Arizona auctions were irresistible this year. Amid gloom and doom predictions, four auctions competed to offer the largest inventory of muscle…
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Morris & Welford Extend Their International Reach
Morris & Welford LLC, established and well-respected historic motor car consultants and brokers, announce an exciting new dimension to their company. They are delighted to open a UK branch of the business to augment their existing California and Connecticut offices, offering another dimension to their international clientele. Mark Donaldson, having recently completed a four year…
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Barrett-Jackson Files Defamation Suit
SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ. MARCH 16, 2007 – Late yesterday Barrett-Jackson Auction Co. LLC filed suit in U.S. District Court in relation to a situation that occurred at the company’s January 2007 Scottsdale event. A consignor, apparently unhappy with the $300,000 sale price of his vehicle, placed chains and locks on the vehicle after it crossed the…
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Hagerty International Offers Assurance for Overseas Adventures
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (March 2007) – As summer travel season quickly approaches many Americans are planning their travel schedule for that next great trip and car lovers are no different. Hagerty International Limited, a subsidiary of Hagerty Insurance, today announced several programs for car enthusiasts who seek the thrill and excitement of European car shows,…
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Shannons Concludes Successful Melbourne Sale
March 15 – A unique 1948 Mercedes-Benz A320 two-door cabriolet that was built as a design study but never went into production, sold for $350,000 at Shannons 11th annual Melbourne Motor Show Auction on March 12 in front of a huge crowd of around 1,500 people at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre. Despite having 20 per…
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Mustang FR500C and FR500GT to Undergo FIA Homologation
DEARBORN, Mich., March 16, 2007 – The world’s most popular “pony car,” the Ford Mustang may soon make its European road racing debut. Ford Racing Technology confirmed today that it has begun the process of homologation of both its Mustang FR500C and FR500GT race cars for FIA competition. The Mustang FR500C, a championship-winning entry in…
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Kruse Announces Tampa Sale
Tampa, FL – Kruse International anticipates a great year in 2007. We will be re-visiting sales as well as embarking on new auctions around the country. Kruse, along with Dave Rupp will be holding the Tampa Collector Car Auction at the air-conditioned Florida State Fairgrounds. The auction will be held indoors with both indoor and…
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H&H Calls for Entries for April Sale
March 15 – After a fantastic start to the year at Cheltenham Racecourse on 1st March H&H will be returning to The Pavilion Gardens in Buxton for their next auction of fine historic motor cars and automobilia on 17th – 18th April. The catalogue for this sale closes on Friday 23rd March for Motor Cars…
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Bonhams & Goodman Announce First International Auction for 2007
1936 Delage D6-79 teardrop coupeOn Sunday 25 March 2007 at 1pm (E.S.T) Bonhams & Goodman will hold a major sale of collectors’ cars, motorcycles and automobilia in Melbourne, Sydney and Perth. This is a new concept – a first for a collectors’ cars sale in Australia. “By providing our vendors with the opportunity to sell…