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Mecum Auctions returns to Pennsylvania Farm Show complex


1953 Chevrolet Corvette Kindig-It CF1 Roadster

Estimated 1,200 classic and
collector cars expected in Harrisburg

(July 22, 2024) HARRISBURG, Pa. — Since its inaugural iteration in 2014 at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex, the annual Mecum Harrisburg collector car auction has attracted motivated consignors, eager bidders and enthusiastic spectators from across the nation, and the 2024 event, set to take place starting Wednesday (July 24), will continue the tradition with an estimated 1,200 vehicles to be auctioned and live broadcasts to air on MotorTrendTV and MAX.

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1934 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Lungo Spider to be auctioned at Monterey

RM Sotheby expects classic
to bring as much as $6 million

(July 21, 2024) MONTEREY, Calif. — RM Sotheby has announce the auction of the stunning 1934 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Lungo Spider by Eagle Coach Works at the upcoming Monterey Car Week. Having never been offered at auction before, this highly respected example of the legendary “2.3” combines rich history, striking design, and remarkable originality, making it a highlight of the event.

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TVR Garage brings a classic British brand back to the U.S. market

(July 18, 2024) A unique range of British hand built sports cars from the classic era of the late 1990’s is being re-introduced to American enthusiasts via TVR Garage, which aims to re-ignite the presence of TVR products into the USA, utilizing the 25-year EPA and NHTSA exemption process for imported vehicles.

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1911 Marmon Wasp now on display at The Henry Ford

(July 16, 2024) DEARBORN, Mich. — The National Historic Vehicle Register's (NHVR) display in Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation will feature a new vehicle starting this month as part of The Henry Ford's partnership with the Hagerty Drivers Foundation. The 1911 Marmon Wasp is on display in the NHVR exhibition space now through November.

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A video history of Harley-Davidson Motorcycles


1913 Harley-Davidson Model 9B

(July 5, 2024) No other nameplate exemplifies American ingenuity like Harley-Davidson Motorcycles. Harley motorcycles represent the American way, a true red, white and blue product of the United States. Only in the U.S. can you experience the rumble of a group of Harley-Davidson motorcycles approaching on a busy highway.

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This 1981 Toyota Starlet is now a street terror

By Jeff Koch
Hemmings.com         

(July 1, 2024) It is the fate of many mild-mannered, low-powered, light, rear-drive cars to attract the attention of the hop-up crowd. Cars designed for the economy market have their raison d’être stripped away. Thin, low-rolling-resistance tires are swapped for fat meats, and the original wheezy, efficient engine is yanked out to make room for (at the very least) a gently breathed-on mill in order to take advantage of the light chassis’ diminutive mass.

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Barrett-Jackson to stage Future Collector Car Show Oct. 13


Renault R5 Turbo II

(June 19, 2024) SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. —  Barrett-Jackson will rev up the excitement of this year’s Scottsdale Fall Auction with the Future Collector Car Show (FCCS), a family friendly show dedicated to celebrating the passion and honoring the craftsmanship of the next generation of collector car enthusiasts. To be held Sunday, Oct. 13 at WestWorld of Scottsdale, this year’s Fall FCCS will feature over 200 collectible vehicles representing the future of the collector car hobby.

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Mecum Tulsa 2024 to feature 600 classic, collector cars June 7-8


1972 Chevrolet Corvette LT

(June 5, 2024) WALWORTH, Wis. — Mecum Auctions will return to SageNet Center at Expo Square in Tulsa, Okla.,  June 7-8 for its fourth annual live collector car auction in T-Town. Following the growing trend in popularity and catering to local appeal, vintage and collectible pickup trucks and SUVs make up nearly 50% of the current consignments among the estimated 600 vehicles to be offered at the Mecum Tulsa 2024 auction.

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1931 Cadillac 452A named Best of Show at the Greenwich Concours d’Elegance

(June 4, 2024) GREENWICH, Conn. — A 1931 Cadillac 452A was chosen as this year’s Best of Show at the 28th annual Greenwich Concours d’Elegance and the Barris-Built 1957 Chevrolet 210 "El Capitola" was chosen as Best of Show at Saturday’s Concours de Sport. This year’s event further established the weekend’s focus on celebrating car culture and honoring concours tradition while providing new experiences and opportunities for enthusiasts and community members.

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Sales exceed $108 Million at Dana Mecum’s Spring Classic Auction


1966 Shelby 427 Cobra Roadster

(May 29, 2024) Dana Mecum’s 37th Original Spring Classic concluded with more than $108 million in sales after nine days of auction action, May 10-18, with a total of 2,877 lots selling throughout the duration of the Indianapolis-based event. The annual anniversary auction consistently draws exceptional crowds and strong sales, with this year’s event marking the fourth consecutive year that overall sales exceeded $100 million.

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