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A historic lot of collectible cars has settled under years of dust and dirt, but the vehicles are set to go under the hammer. Sotheby’s, a fine art company that helps auction collections, listed a series of iconic classic cars, including rare Mercedes, Lamborghini, and Ferrari models. Rudi Klein used to own a lot of […]

‘Mythical collection’ of decaying classic cars hits auction – including ‘rarest Mercedes-Benz ever worth $1.6 million’

Another Monterrey Car Week has come and gone, along with the fantastic array of classic vehicles and futuristic concepts strutting their stuff on the golf course green by the sea. Many car enthusiasts dream of attending such a lush event, though few think they’d ever be able to walk away with a new car. Those auctions are for Duesenbergs and Bugattis and shit like that, right? Wrong.

These Cars Sold For Under $10,000 At The 2024 Monterey Car Week Auctions

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One of 111 imported to the U.S. Ferrari enthusiasts and collectors will have their eyes on Lot F77 at the upcoming Mecum Auctions in Monterey on Friday, August 16th, 2024. Up for grabs is an exceptionally rare 2003 Ferrari Enzo, one of only 111 imported into the U.S. and one of just 400 Enzos produced worldwide. This specific model, with a metric odometer reading 27,113 kilometers (approximately 16,847 miles), stands as a testament to Ferrari’s engineering prowess and racing heritage.

Rare 2003 Ferrari Enzo Set to Turn Heads at Mecum Auctions

Gooding & Company expects the car to sell for between $400,000 and $600,000. The 5-95 started life as a regular Gallardo LP570-4 Superleggera. The car’s original owner has only driven it 1,115 miles. Believe it or not, this is one of just 9 Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Superleggeras overhauled with...

Zagato’s Reskinned Lamborghini 5-95 Heading To Monterey

This remarkable collection features 20 cars spanning from 1959 to 2018, representing some of the most iconic manufacturers around the globe. As Car Week rapidly approaches, we are thrilled to unveil the fifth edition of the Mohr Imports Monterey Collection sale, hosted exclusively on Bring a Trailer. The auctions will begin going live on August 5, with new lots added daily, so make sure to follow Mohr Imports to stay updated on all the exciting additions.

BaT Auctions Presents: The 2024 Monterey Collection Sale from Mohr Imports

A WOMAN who has spent the last two years living in a campervan, has shared an insight into how much her lifestyle costs. Tory Delury, said that she spent just £889 in total last month, whilst travelling across the US in her pink and floral patterned van. The 27-year-old...

I’ve lived in a van for 2 years & only paid for a campsite once – I shower in the gym, but cooking is a pain

A 1969 Dodge HEMI Charger Daytona, a vehicle that once reigned supreme as the most valuable Daytona ever sold, has spectacularly reclaimed its crown. This dark green masterpiece commanded an astonishing $3.3 million at Mecum’s Monterey 2024 auction, a figure that not only eclipses the previous record by a substantial margin but also establishes unprecedented benchmarks for the Daytona model, becoming the first to surpass both the $2 million and $3 million milestones.

1969 Dodge HEMI Charger Daytona Breaks Records at Mecum’s Monterey Auction with $3.3 Million Sale and Sets a New Benchmark for Classic Muscle Cars

A new report claims that President Joe Biden approved changes to the United States’ nuclear strategy earlier this year, ordering U.S. forces to prepare for potential nuclear confrontations with China, Russia, and North Korea. On Tuesday, The New York Times reported that the plan approved by Biden was not...

Biden orders US forces to prepare for nuclear confrontations: Report

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

Make your Chevy collection much cooler with these collectibles. For classic car enthusiasts, few eras are as iconic as the 1950s and 1960s—a golden age when Chevrolet produced some of its most beloved and collectible vehicles. From the sleek lines of the '57 Chevy Bel Air to the muscle power of the '69 Camaro, these models have become synonymous with American automotive history. Now, an exclusive opportunity has arisen for collectors and fans alike to acquire these timeless classics.

Timeless Classics: Iconic 1950s and 1960s Chevys Up for Auction

A rare 1941 Chrysler Town & Country ‘Barrelback’ Station Wagon, once owned by the Louis Vuitton family, heads to auction. In the world of classic American automobiles, few vehicles capture the imagination quite like the 1941 Chrysler Town & Country ‘Barrelback’ Station Wagon. This rare and luxurious wood-bodied station wagon, a true icon of pre-war American craftsmanship, is now set to cross the auction block, offering collectors a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own one of the most sought-after vehicles from this era.

Louis Vuitton Family Owned 1941 Chrysler Town & Country ‘Barrelback’ Station Wagon Heads to Auction

A 1934 Bugatti Type 59 won Best of Show at the 2024 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. The win was the first time a preservation car was given top honors. An unrestored 1934 Bugatti Type 59 Sports was voted Best of Show at the 2024 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, which ran on Sunday and closed out this year's Monterey Car Week.

1934 Bugatti Type 59 Sports is Best of Show at 2024 Pebble Beach Concours

The 2025 Cadillac Escalade starts at $89,590, an increase of $5700 over the 2024 model. Adding all-wheel drive costs an extra $3000 for all trims. The V-series still sits atop the lineup, $7700 more expensive than 2024 at $161,990. Cadillac has announced pricing for the new 2025 Escalade, with deliveries...

2025 Cadillac Escalade Starts at Nearly $90K, a $5700 Increase

In the early 1960s, Pontiac was trying to find a new way to attract the youth market without involvement in competitive motorsports. John Z. DeLorean, Russ Gee, and Bill Collins, along with a group of Pontiac engineers, crammed a 389 cubic-inch V8 into a midsize Tempest and took it to GM’s Milford Proving Ground. The Tempest was an instant hit, and would become the 1964 Pontiac GTO. First-year GTO production was slated to be 5,000 units, but more than 32,000 orders came in. The people at Oldsmobile wanted to cash in on the GTO’s success, so they created the 442 package for the Cutlass. The Oldsmobile 442 was named for the four barrel carb, four-speed transmission, and dual exhaust.

1970 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible Headed To Mecum Monterey Auction

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Barrett-Jackson, The World's Greatest Collector Car Auctions, is featuring the Laymon Family Collection of 24 custom and beautifully restored vehicles with No Reserve during the 2024 Scottsdale Fall Auction, presented by Gila River Resorts & Casinos, Oct. 10-13 at WestWorld of Scottsdale. Largely comprised of General Motors vehicles from the 1960s and 1970s, the collection represents the Laymon family's unique passion for history, restoration and custom innovation. Among the most anticipated vehicles set to cross the auction block from this collection is a custom 1967 Chevrolet Nova featuring a professionally built Pro-Touring setup.

Barrett-Jackson to Feature The Laymon Family Collection of 24 Custom, Restored Vehicles Selling with No Reserve During the 2024 Scottsdale Fall Auction

A MAN has discovered his family heirloom was worth thousands more than it was initially bought for. A guest on Antiques Roadshow brought a watch he was given by his uncle to get appraised by host Peter Planes, only to find out that his watch was worth a jaw-dropping $50,000. The guest brought a Rolex […]

I was gifted an old watch by my uncle decades ago – I was startled when Antiques Roadshow told me it’s worth $50k

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When it comes to vehicle features, few have names as eye catching as "suicide doors." The doors, which are hinged backward and open the opposite way to a standard door, are a bold stylistic choice that can add a touch of elegance (and arguably a sense of danger) to a vehicle. If you're wondering why they're called suicide doors, the answer is simple: the name is based on the perceived danger that comes with hinging a door at the back. If said door is a bit heavy — and a malfunction happens that causes the door to swing open — grabbing the handle in an attempt to close it could result in a driver or passenger being yanked out of the moving car and onto the road. If this were to happen, the door in question is also likely to hit them and ultimately see them off.

5 Of The Coolest Classic Cars With Suicide Doors

Three-position-selector factory-original Heckler & Koch MP5 SD machine gun, not a conversion, with matching factory silencer (unrestricted and fully transferable, per BATF). Has factory ‘HK MP5 SD’ marking, and according to ‘IF’ proof code on top of receiver, gun was manufactured in 1985. Right side of magazine marked ‘Made in W. Germany / HK Chantilly, Va.” Telescoping stock, horizontal forend. Overall appearance and finish near-excellent. NFA item requiring BATF approval prior to transfer. Estimate: $60,000-$80,000.

Morphy's brings fresh-to-market trove of rare and historical firearms and militaria to auction, Sept. 10-12

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As a gearhead once quipped, the allure of a classic car often lies not in its pristine shine, but in its raw authenticity. This was evident at a recent gathering in Pennsylvania, where a Canadian enthusiast showcased a 56-year-old Plymouth that, at a distance, might appear unremarkable. However, a closer look reveals a hidden gem: a four-letter badge on the trunk that signifies a true automotive powerhouse.

Discovering the Rare 1966-1971 Plymouth Hemi: An In-Depth Look at the Automotive Marvel Revealed by a Canadian Enthusiast in Pennsylvania

Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

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A Junkyard's Yield of Automotive Treasures Is Headed to Auction

In the final shot of Raiders of the Lost Ark, we see the Ark of the Covenant packed away in a crate and pushed into the...

A Junkyard's Yield of Automotive Treasures Is Headed to Auction

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