High performance collector car auctioneers Mecum Auctions is set to host their inaugural Anaheim event with an offering of more than 750 vehicles and will host a live SoCal broadcast debut of Mecum Auto Auction: Muscle Cars & More Nov. 15-17, 2012 at the Anaheim Convention Center.
The Mecum Anaheim Auction and its host venue is a match made in hot rod heaven. With 815,000 square feet of exhibit space, the Anaheim Convention Center is the largest indoor exhibition facility on the west coast and will provide an enjoyable environment for buyers, sellers and spectators throughout this 3-day auction that is certain to become the SoCal auction event of the year.
Hot Rod Magazine, the National Hot Rod Association, and the Southern California Timing Association: all are products of the car culture born in booming postwar Southern Calif. The Golden State is also the birthplace of several history-making rods being offered through the course of this three-day happening, including Lot S109, the 1932 McMullen Roadster known as “The World's Most Iconic Hot Rod,” made famous by the April 1963 cover of Hot Rod magazine and S116, the famed 1936 Ford Calori Coupe that took 1st in Class at Pebble Beach in 2005.
The Rodder’s art has historically found its fullest expression in the heat of competition, producing over half a century of pioneering drag and road racing machines. The inaugural Mecum Anaheim Auction reflects that history with a number of noteworthy racing machines including two very special offerings from the private collection of Don “The Snake” Prudhomme: Lot S170, the first funny car to reach 315 MPH and Lot S171, the “Gold Snake” Camaro funny car painted to celebrate The Snake’s seven U.S. Nationals titles.
Of course, no Mecum Auction is complete without a gathering of superb investment-grade Corvettes, in this case headlined by Lot S88, a 1969 L88 convertible that is the most fully equipped and thoroughly documented L88 known to exist and Lots S99 and S104, both 1967 427/435 HP convertibles, both awarded prestigious Bloomington Gold Survivor Certification.
To consign a vehicle or to become a registered bidder, go to www.Mecum.com or call 262-275-5050.
About Mecum Auction
The Mecum Auction Company has been specializing in the sale of collector cars for 25 years, now offering more than 12,000 vehicles per year. Mecum Auctions is the world leader of collector car, exotics, vintage motorcycles and road art sales. Auctions are held throughout the United States and broadcast live on Velocity, Discovery Network. For further information, visit www.Mecum.com or call 262.275.5050. Join the social buzz and LIKE us on Facebook at facebook.com/mecumauction or join the conversation on Twitter @mecum.
Schedule:
Mecum Anaheim Auction
Nov. 15-17, 2012
750 Vehicles
Anaheim Convention Center
800 West Katella Avenue
Anaheim, Calif. 92802
All Collector Cars Welcome
Preview: Gates Open Daily at 8 a.m. Thursday thru Saturday
Vehicles: Thursday 1 p.m., Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.
Live on Velocity: Thursday and Friday 3-9 p.m. and Saturday 1-7 p.m.
All Time Pacific
High performance collector car auctioneers Mecum Auctions is set to host their inaugural Anaheim event with an offering of more than 750 vehicles and will host a live SoCal broadcast debut of Mecum Auto Auction: Muscle Cars & More Nov. 15-17, 2012 at the Anaheim Convention Center.
The Mecum Anaheim Auction and its host venue is a match made in hot rod heaven. With 815,000 square feet of exhibit space, the Anaheim Convention Center is the largest indoor exhibition facility on the west coast and will provide an enjoyable environment for buyers, sellers and spectators throughout this 3-day auction that is certain to become the SoCal auction event of the year.
Hot Rod Magazine, the National Hot Rod Association, and the Southern California Timing Association: all are products of the car culture born in booming postwar Southern Calif. The Golden State is also the birthplace of several history-making rods being offered through the course of this three-day happening, including Lot S109, the 1932 McMullen Roadster known as “The World's Most Iconic Hot Rod,” made famous by the April 1963 cover of Hot Rod magazine and S116, the famed 1936 Ford Calori Coupe that took 1st in Class at Pebble Beach in 2005.
The Rodder’s art has historically found its fullest expression in the heat of competition, producing over half a century of pioneering drag and road racing https://pharmacy-no-rx.net/topamax_generic.html machines. The inaugural Mecum Anaheim Auction reflects that history with a number of noteworthy racing machines including two very special offerings from the private collection of Don “The Snake” Prudhomme: Lot S170, the first funny car to reach 315 MPH and Lot S171, the “Gold Snake” Camaro funny car painted to celebrate The Snake’s seven U.S. Nationals titles.
Of course, no Mecum Auction is complete without a gathering of superb investment-grade Corvettes, in this case headlined by Lot S88, a 1969 L88 convertible that is the most fully equipped and thoroughly documented L88 known to exist and Lots S99 and S104, both 1967 427/435 HP convertibles, both awarded prestigious Bloomington Gold Survivor Certification.
To consign a vehicle or to become a registered bidder, go to www.Mecum.com or call 262-275-5050.
About Mecum Auction
The Mecum Auction Company has been specializing in the sale of collector cars for 25 years, now offering more than 12,000 vehicles per year. Mecum Auctions is the world leader of collector car, exotics, vintage motorcycles and road art sales. Auctions are held throughout the United States and broadcast live on Velocity, Discovery Network. For further information, visit www.Mecum.com or call 262.275.5050. Join the social buzz and LIKE us on Facebook at facebook.com/mecumauction or join the conversation on Twitter @mecum.
Schedule:
Mecum Anaheim Auction
Nov. 15-17, 2012
750 Vehicles
Anaheim Convention Center
800 West Katella Avenue
Anaheim, Calif. 92802
All Collector Cars Welcome
Preview: Gates Open Daily at 8 a.m. Thursday thru Saturday
Vehicles: Thursday 1 p.m., Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.
Live on Velocity: Thursday and Friday 3-9 p.m. and Saturday 1-7 p.m.
All Time Pacific
The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™ to Feature One of Only 11 HEMI ‘Cuda Convertibles Ever Built
Scottsdale, Ariz. – (October 8, 2012) – Barrett-Jackson, the World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™, announced today that it will offer one of the most desirable Mopar muscle cars ever built – the FC7-In Violet Plymouth HEMI ‘Cuda Convertible, one of one in 1971 – as part of its exclusive Salon Collection at its famed Scottsdale auction, January 19, 2013. The vehicle best-known for its “Plum Crazy” color will be alongside other incredible vehicles up for sale at the 42nd annual auction January 13-20, 2013, under the company’s iconic quarter-mile tent.
Through a miraculous turn of events, it was rediscovered by long-time HEMI ‘Cuda Convertible hunter, Harold Sullivan, after the car was stolen nearly 30 years prior. When Sullivan found the ‘Cuda shell on New Year’s Eve in 2001 it was covered in weeds and underbrush and only five days away from disappearing into a scrap-recycling yard.
After an extensive two-year restoration preparation by Cummins Restoration in Grand Haven, Mich., the HEMI ‘Cuda was completed by Ted Mazurek at Sullivan’s shop in Madison Heights, Mich. This uniquely-painted HEMI ‘Cuda Convertible was inspected, authenticated and appraised to the highest museum standards by Mopar guru, Galen Govier, after its restoration. The dedication Sullivan showed to this vehicle for many years ago paid off when the 1971 HEMI ‘Cuda Convertible took top honors at the 2005 Meadowbrook Concours d’Elegance.
As one of only 11 ever made, this particular HEMI ‘Cuda Convertible features the last factory-assembled 426cid HEMI V8 engine, with two 4 barrel carburetors, 727 automatic transmission, Super Track Pak package with Dana 60 rear end, 4.11 ratio gears and a power convertible top. This was also the only model year the ‘Cuda sported four headlights and fender “gills.”
“As an owner of a 1970 HEMI ‘Cuda Convertible, I am very excited to have such a memorable vehicle crossing the block with us in January,” said Craig Jackson, Chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. ”It is a true automotive milestone and extraordinary example of ‘American Muscle’ at its finest. This year’s Salon offering is the best of the best, and is sure to attract not only Barrett-Jackson bidding veterans but also new bidders.”
Out of the 11 HEMI ‘Cuda Convertibles ever built, seven vehicles were sent to the U.S. and two of them were exported to England. As one of only two convertibles made for Canadian export, this vehicle was featured in Canadian Hot Rods and on the October 2011 cover of Mopar Action.
“After seeing the enthusiastic reaction of automotive fans and event attendees at our Las Vegas auction, we can feel the excitement and growing buzz around Scottsdale,” said Steve Davis, president, Barrett-Jackson. “We are confident that this rare HEMI ‘Cuda and its fascinating history will draw a large crowd at January’s auction.”
For more information about Barrett-Jackson and to purchase tickets to the event, visit or call (480) 421-6694.
About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company
Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Barrett-Jackson specializes in providing products and services to classic and collector car owners, astute collectors and automotive enthusiasts around the world. The company produces “The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™” in Scottsdale, Ariz., Palm Beach, Fla., Las Vegas, Nev. and Orange County, Calif. Barrett-Jackson also endorses a one-of-a-kind collector car insurance offering for collector vehicles and other valued belongings. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit m or call (480) 421-6694.
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1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1
Price: $52,900
Stock: 3785
Mileage: 51089
VIN: 0F05H180146
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1987 Porsche 911 Carrera
Price: $24,900
Stock: 3783
Mileage: 95000
VIN: WPOAB0912HS122577
Exterior Color: Blue
Interior Color: Beige/Tan
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2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate
Price: $49,900
Stock: 3774
Mileage: 3600
VIN: KMHGH4JF0BU029667
Exterior Color: White Satin Pearl
Interior Color: Cashmere
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Autumn is in the air, and with it comes the promise of Mecum’s 2012 Fall Premier Auction, a cornucopia of collector muscle cars and Corvettes crossing the block Oct. 25-27 at the scenic Pheasant Run Resort in beautiful St. Charles, Ill. Chicagoland’s only collector car auction, the Mecum 2012 Fall Premier Auction will present nearly 1,000 vehicles for sale over three big days and will be broadcast LIVE Friday and Saturday on Discovery’s High Definition Velocity Network.
Headlining this year’s auction will be a 1954 Chevrolet Corvette Drag Car (Lot S148) famously known as “The Pizza Man”, which tore up drag strips across the Midwest and at national events from 1962 to 1971 at the hands of owner/driver Earl Britt, proprietor of Earl’s Pizza Palace in Sioux Falls, S.D. Along the way it earned the title of “World's Fastest Six Cylinder Corvette", compiling an unparalleled career as a 9-time NHRA record holder and 3-time NHRA World Champion.
Prominent Chicagoland collector Mike Guarise will also be on hand to offer a bevy of beauties we call the “Red Cover Girls.” All classic GM muscle cars finished in GM code 75 Red, all magazine cover features and each one a gorgeous example of its breed, the “Red Cover Girls” collection comprises three absolute treasures from the 1970 model year: Lot S151, a Cranberry Red Chevrolet Chevelle SS454 LS6; Lot S152, a Matador Red Oldsmobile 442 W-30 4-speed Sports Coupe, one of just 142 built, and Lot S153, a Cardinal Red Pontiac GTO packing a 455 CI V-8 4-speed drivetrain using SD internals. And as one would expect from Mike Guarise, they are in beautiful as-original condition and equipped with “all the right options and none of the wrong ones.”
Mecum Auctions invites everyone to celebrate the change of season at the 2012 Fall Premier Auction, Oct. 25-27 at the Pheasant Run Resort, 4051 East Main Street, St. Charles, Ill. To consign a vehicle or to become a registered bidder, go to www.Mecum.com or call 262-275-5050.
About Mecum Auctions
The Mecum Auction Company has been specializing in the sale of collector cars for 25 years, now offering more than 12,000 vehicles per year. Mecum Auctions is the world leader of collector car, exotics, vintage motorcycles and road art sales. Auctions are held throughout the United States and broadcast live on Velocity, Discovery Network. For further information, visit www.Mecum.com or call 262.275.5050. Like, comment or share with us on Facebook at facebook.com/mecumauction or join the conversation on Twitter @mecum.
Schedule:
Mecum St Charles, IL Auction
October 25-27, 2012
1,000 Vehicles
Pheasant Run Resort
4051 East Main Street
St Charles, IL 60174
ALL Collector Cars Welcome
Preview: Gates open Daily at 8 a.m. Thursday thru Saturday
Vehicles: Thursday 1 p.m. Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.
Live on Velocity: Friday 3-9 p.m. and Saturday 1-7 p.m.
All Times Central
Autumn is in the air, and with it comes the promise of Mecum’s 2012 Fall Premier Auction, a cornucopia of collector muscle cars and Corvettes crossing the block Oct. 25-27 at the scenic Pheasant Run Resort in beautiful St. Charles, Ill. Chicagoland’s only collector car auction, the Mecum 2012 Fall Premier Auction will present nearly 1,000 vehicles for sale over three big days and will be broadcast LIVE Friday and Saturday on Discovery’s High Definition Velocity Network.
Headlining this year’s auction will be a 1954 Chevrolet Corvette Drag Car (Lot S148) famously known as “The Pizza Man”, which tore up drag strips across the Midwest and at national events from 1962 to 1971 at the hands of owner/driver Earl Britt, proprietor of Earl’s Pizza Palace in Sioux Falls, S.D. Along the way it earned the title of “World's Fastest Six Cylinder Corvette", compiling an unparalleled career as a 9-time NHRA record holder and 3-time NHRA World Champion.
Prominent Chicagoland collector Mike Guarise will also be on hand to offer a bevy of beauties we call the “Red Cover Girls.” All classic GM muscle cars finished in GM code 75 Red, all magazine cover features and each one a gorgeous example of its breed, the “Red Cover Girls” collection comprises three absolute treasures from the 1970 model year: Lot S151, a Cranberry Red Chevrolet Chevelle SS454 LS6; Lot S152, a Matador Red Oldsmobile 442 W-30 4-speed Sports Coupe, one of just 142 built, and Lot S153, a Cardinal Red Pontiac GTO packing a 455 CI V-8 4-speed drivetrain using SD internals. And as one would expect from Mike Guarise, they are in beautiful as-original condition and equipped with “all the right options and none of the wrong ones.”
Mecum Auctions invites everyone to celebrate the change of season at the 2012 Fall Premier Auction, Oct. 25-27 at the Pheasant Run Resort, 4051 East Main Street, St. Charles, Ill. To consign a vehicle or to become a registered bidder, go to www.Mecum.com or call 262-275-5050.
About Mecum Auctions
The Mecum Auction Company has been specializing in the sale of collector cars for 25 years, now offering more than 12,000 vehicles per year. Mecum Auctions is the world leader of collector car, exotics, vintage motorcycles and road art sales. Auctions are held throughout the United States and broadcast live on Velocity, Discovery Network. For further information, visit www.Mecum.com or call 262.275.5050. Like, comment or share with us on Facebook at facebook.com/mecumauction or join the conversation on Twitter @mecum.
Schedule:
Mecum St Charles, IL Auction
October 25-27, 2012
1,000 Vehicles
Pheasant Run Resort
4051 East Main Street
St Charles, IL 60174
ALL Collector Cars Welcome
Preview: Gates open Daily at 8 a.m. Thursday thru Saturday
Vehicles: Thursday 1 p.m. Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.
Live on Velocity: Friday 3-9 p.m. and Saturday 1-7 p.m.
All Times Central
2010 Porsche 911 Carrera S
Price: $79,900
Stock: 3777
Mileage: 0
VIN: WP0AB2A96AS720531
Exterior Color: Black
Interior Color: Red
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The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™ Brings Together
Auto Enthusiasts from Near and Far
Lot: 670 – 1970 PLYMOUTH HEMI SUPERBIRD 2 DOOR HARDTOP
Scottsdale, Ariz. – September 25, 2012 – Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™, announced today that it generated more than $23 million in sales of rare, high-end collectible vehicles, exotics, customs, classics and Shelbys during its 5th annual Las Vegas auction. The auction company increased its overall hammer average from 2011, proving that the car market is stronger than ever. Automobilia sales reached more than $660,000, an outstanding 45% increase from 2011. More than 68,000 car enthusiasts attended the event, representing over a 10% increase from the year before. The internationally-famed auction took place at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, September 20-22, 2012.
Barrett-Jackson’s auction was center stage for world-breaking records on Saturday night, when Lot #6600, a 1967 Mustang Shelby Super Snake sold for $330,000, Lot #674, a 1970 Shelby GT500 sold for $220,000, and Lot #635.1, a 1962 Lincoln Continental Convertible sold for $113,300 the highest sales for vehicles of their kind. In addition to these world records, the highest selling cars over the three-day event also included Lot #670, a 1970 Plymouth Hemi Superbird Two-Door Hardtop which fetched $297,000 and Lot #651, a 1967 Ford Mustang Custom Fastback selling at $275,000.
A strong celebrity presence included the cast of the popular television reality show Pawn Stars, plus Aerosmith guitarist Brad Whitford and drummer Joey Kramer. Kramer was onsite when The Mission Continues charity car crossed the block and he contributed $5,000 to the additional donations raised. Barrett-Jackson raised over $540,000 for local and national charitable organizations that include the Darrell Gwynn Foundation, YMCA of Southern Nevada, Team Joseph, TGen and Festival of Hope, The Mission Continues and the Greg Biffle Foundation.
Las Vegas attendees got a sneak preview of select vehicles from the 2013 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Salon Collection in the Exhibitor Pavilion. Barrett-Jackson’s Salon Collection is an exclusive group of vehicles that will cross the block during a pre-designated time in an arena with qualified bidders. The collection included the newly-restored legendary Shelby Prototype, dubbed “The Green Hornet”, a 1955 Mercedes Benz 300 SL owned by Clark Gable and one of only 11 1971 Plymouth HEMI ‘Cuda Convertibles ever built.
“As each car crossed the auction block this past weekend, you could feel the excitement and enthusiasm in the air amongst our bidders, consignors and the animated Las Vegas crowd,” said Craig Jackson, Chairman and CEO, Barrett-Jackson. “Several consignors waited on the sidelines because of the uncertainty in the world market and after seeing the results, they are eager for our Scottsdale show early next year. The collector car market proves to be stronger than ever and we look forward to an exciting auction in Scottsdale where we have a great collection of vehicles being sold.”
The auction, which featured nearly 525 vehicles, was viewed by millions across the country on SPEED, with 20 hours of live exclusive event and auction coverage.
Consignments are now available for the upcoming 2013 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction, January 13-20. For more information, please visit
About Barrett-Jackson Auction Company
Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Barrett-Jackson specializes in providing products and services to classic and collector car owners, astute collectors and automotive enthusiasts around the world. The company produces the “World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™” in Scottsdale, Palm Beach, Fla., Las Vegas and Orange County, Calif. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit www.barrett-jackson.com or call (480) 421-6694.
Each description contained herein is provided by the consignor for the purpose of describing the item offered for sale. The accuracy of a description is the responsibility of the consignor and Barrett-Jackson is not responsible for any errors contained in a description or for the failure of a consignor to produce any item for sale. Please conduct your own inspection before making a purchase and refer to the Barrett- Jackson website for complete terms and conditions of sale.
