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Meet the SCM Gang at La Jolla

The La Jolla Concours d’Elegance takes place this Sunday, April 12. Publisher Keith Martin returns as emcee for his fifth year, and SCM’s Alex Martin-Banzer and Michael Pierce will serve as concours judges. Keith, Alex and Michael drive the Tour d’Elegance on Saturday and will attend the VIP Reception that evening. Advertising […]

Auctions America Fort Lauderdale Makes Record $21.3m

Auctions America kicked off its 2015 auction season with a vibrant return to Fort Lauderdale, FL, on March 27–29, generating $21.3m in total sales with 74% of all lots sold (368/495). The impressive tally marks AA’s strongest Fort Lauderdale performance in the auction’s 13-year history. Bidders hailed from 14 countries and […]

First Look: Arizona Auction Week Breaks $270m

Auction houses have begun to report sales from Arizona Auction Week, and the cumulative $270m total has already eclipsed last year’s record $253m. These numbers do not include post-block deals still in the works or sales figures from Russo and Steele or Silver Auctions. Barrett-Jackson sold more than 1,611 vehicles, […]

Meet Donald Osborne in Paris

Join Donald Osborne of Automotive Valuation Services and Ed Fallon of Cave Creek Classics for the annual SCM Rétromobile Reception. The reception will take place Wednesday, February 4, at 4:30 p.m. We’ll enjoy wine and refreshments at the Café Le Jambon à la Broche. The reception will end at 6:00 […]

Amelia Island Heavy Hitters

The Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance takes place in mid-March, and this year there are four classic car auctions happening in the vicinity. Here is a roundup of some notable early consignments. An 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica Cabriolet (pictured) will cross the block at RM. RM’s sale takes place March 14. View the […]

Another Successful SCM Rétromobile Reception

More than 60 SCM subscribers, friends and associates turned out for the fourth annual SCM Rétromobile reception on Wednesday February 4. Donald Osborne, SCM Editor at Large and principal of Automotive Valuation Services, and Ed Fallon of Cave Creek Classics hosted the event, which took place at the Café Jambon […]

$18.5m 1961 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spyder Leads Paris Sales

Three collector car auctions took place this past weekend in Paris. The most expensive lot was a 1961 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spyder (pictured above). Artcurial sold the car for a record $18.5m. Artcurial reported an 89% sell-through rate and $52m in total sales. View the Artcurial results here. A 1963 […]

Meet the SCM Gang at Amelia Island

We hope to see you at Amelia Island! Stop by any of our booths, meet the gang and check out our special renewal rates! The Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance takes place March 13–15. Cars and Coffee at the Concours is on Saturday, March 14. Publisher Keith Martin returns to serve […]

1966 Jaguar XKE Series I 4.2 Roadster at AA Fort Lauderdale

Auctions America has consigned a 1966 Jaguar XKE Series I 4.2 roadster for their Fort Lauderdale auction. The sale takes place March 27–29. This car has been fully restored and features some upgrades for an improved driving experience on modern roads (Auctions America estimate: $250k–$290k). Read more here.

Sotheby’s Acquires 25% Ownership Interest in RM Auctions

Sotheby’s has acquired a 25% ownership interest in RM Auctions, which will now be known as RM Sotheby’s. This long-term investment comes as the more than $2 billion market for the finest automobiles continues to grow, presenting increasing opportunities for both companies. Sotheby’s and RM have previously collaborated on successful sales in […]