The Roy Rogers Museum in Branson, MO has closed its doors forever. The contents of the museum were sold at a public auction. Roy Rogers told his son, if the museum ever operates at a loss, close it and sell the contents. He complied. Here is a partial listing of […]
King of Cool’s motorcar and motorbike awards will be sold without reserve. 18 April 2011 – San Francisco – In addition to Steve McQueen’s well-documented 1971 Husqvarna 400 motorcycle, Bonhams will be auctioning the iconic actor’s collection of racing trophies in Carmel, California, on May 14th. Consisting of awards from […]
It’s been six years since reserves have last been seen at a Barrett-Jackson auction. So why bring them back now? I had a chance to talk with Barrett-Jackson CEO Craig Jackson on Friday about the return of reserves, as well as this year’s Palm Beach auction results. According to Jackson, […]
This 1967 Pickett Racing 427 Corvette historic racer started life as a brand new 1967 427-435HP Tri-power Coupe. Its owner at that time, Dr. Bill Green of California, immediately converted it to an SCCA A/Production racer. At which point, Dr. Green partnered up with Greg Pickett of Pickett Racing to […]
Bonhams return to the International Classic MotorCycle Show at Stafford on April 24th 2011 with one their of best-ever selections of motorcycles for auction. The Ducati 999 F03 raced by Reuben Xaus for the factory team in the World Superbike Championship in 2003 and by Noriyuki Haga for Renegade Racing […]
Barrett-Jackson Auction Company announced today the results of its Reserve/No Reserve auction during the 9th Annual Palm Beach event on April 7-9. The test of the Reserve/No Reserve format at the Palm Beach auction was successful. The Reserve format provided the intended level of comfort sought by some consignors who […]
The Concours d’Elegance of America at St. John’s (formerly held at Meadow Brook Hall) is pleased to announce the First Annual Concours Track Event at Michigan International Speedway (MIS). Owners of classic cars from around the country are invited to bring their machines to MIS on Friday, July 29, 2011 […]
Worldwide Auctioneers, based in Auburn, IN, has announced the introduction of two new partners as an integral part of its ongoing expansion and strategic development. “As Worldwide Auctioneers continues to grow, it is with great pleasure that we introduce our new partners, Gene Davenport and Mike McClelland, to the business, […]
More than 100 rare and unique automobiles and motorcycles, fine food and drink, and talks from car collecting experts are the highlights of the May 1 Greystone Concours d’Elegance in Beverly Hills, CA. SCM’s own Donald Osborne will talk about the current state of the collector car market, and Ferrari […]
Less than one year after its formation, Auctions America by RM, a subsidiary of the world’s largest collector car auction house – RM Auctions, is expanding to include a vintage motorcycle division with the acquisition of Bator Vintage Motorcycle Auctions. The well-respected classic and antique motorcycle expert, Glenn Bator, will […]
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