The first Rolls-Royce Phantom III to be sold to America, which featured in the award-winning 2006 film Pan’s Labyrinth, is to be sold at Bonhams traditional end of year sale of Important Motor Cars and Fine Automobilia on 6 December, 2010, which this year takes place at Mercedes-Benz World at Brooklands in Surrey, UK. A total number of 24 Phantom III Rolls-Royces are thought to have been sold to America new, with … [Read more...]
New Location for Scottsdale Auction – Russo and Steele
Russo and Steele is relocating the site of its annual Scottsdale Auction event, choosing to remain in Scottsdale, Arizona, but moving to a new venue to the east of its previous location. The 11th annual Russo and Steele Scottsdale Auction will be held at the intersection of the Loop 101 Freeway and Hayden Road, in North Scottsdale, scheduled for January 19-23, 2011. Following last year’s challenges, Russo and … [Read more...]
Milton Robson Collection Preview – RM Auctions
The Milton Robson Collection of muscle cars and classics will be sold at auction by RM Auctions, to be held in Gainesville, Georgia on Saturday, November 13, 2010. Well-known by automotive enthusiasts, the Robson Collection is the result of over 25 years of careful and meticulous acquisition by lifelong enthusiast and noted collector, Milton Robson. Spanning a range of marques and eras, the select series of … [Read more...]
James Bond Aston Martin DB5 Sold – RM Auctions London
The world famous 1964 James Bond Aston Martin DB5 movie car driven by Sean Connery in Goldfinger and Thunderball, and factory-fitted with the full complement of operational ‘Q-Branch’ gadgets, was sold at auction in London on October 27th, 2010 by RM Auctions, in association with Sotheby’s, in front of a packed audience for £2,912,000 ($4,608,500). “RM has just established the price of fame,” said Rob Myers, … [Read more...]
New RM Auctions Event at Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este
RM Auctions announced its partnership with BMW Group Classic and Grandhotel Villa d’Este as the official auction house of the celebrated Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este. RM is set to host its inaugural ‘Eccelenza e Belleza al Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este’ sale in Cernobbio, Italy on 22nd May, 2011. Held on the banks of Lake Como at the Spazio Villa Erba, the picturesque setting provides a perfect backdrop for … [Read more...]
BMW Factory CSL and M1 Top Bonhams Dubai Auction
Two cars from the official BMW factory collection were among the top selling lots at Bonhams inaugural sale of Collectors’ Motor Cars in Dubai on October 11, 2010, with both achieving world record prices for their models at auction. The sale was truly international with cars being sold not only to the local region, but also attracting buyers and bidders from Australia, USA and Europe. This was the first time that … [Read more...]
Early Consignments for 2011 Arizona Sale – RM Auctions
RM Auctions returns to Phoenix in January for its annual Automobiles of Arizona 2011 auction, held at the Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa, January 20 – 21. The 12th annual RM Auctions event will showcase over 160 automobiles spanning the spectrum of the collector car market, from sports and racing cars, through to Detroit muscle, American and European classics, and a series of customs and show cars. “Our Arizona … [Read more...]
Personal Tour of the Ralph Lauren Car Collection
The Polo Ralph Lauren Foundation is again joining the fight against cancer with their Pink Pony Fund. With a focus on breast cancer, Pink Pony supports programs for early diagnosis, education, treatment and research and is dedicated to bringing patient navigation and quality cancer care to medically underserved communities. Ten percent of proceeds from Pink Pony products benefits the Pink Pony Fund. In addition to … [Read more...]
RM Auctions Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey 2010 – Preview
RM Auctions returns to Central Pennsylvania, October 7-8, 2010 for its annual Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey auction. Now in its fourth year, the sale at the Hershey Lodge is a featured attraction of the AACA Eastern Fall Meet, attracting collectors and enthusiasts from across the continent and as far away as Europe. This year’s auction, once again extended to two days, promises a roster of close to 140 … [Read more...]
Jaguar C-Type Added to RM Auctions’ London 2010
An ex-Masten Gregory Jaguar C-Type has been consigned to RM Auctions’ Automobiles of London sale, returning 27th October, 2010. Deemed one of the most genuine and original, matching-numbers competition C-Types in existence, chassis number XKC-015 boasts successful racing history and an unbroken chain of ownership. The 1952 Jaguar C-Type, which was taken to victory at the Golden Gate Nationals, San Francisco, by … [Read more...]
Worldwide Auctioneers Buys Atlantic City Auction
Worldwide Auctioneers has purchased part of the long-standing Atlantic City Auction from G. Potter King, Inc, assuming ownership of the event's premier catalogue auction, traditionally limited to a smaller number of high end automobiles. “As our company continues to expand, we are delighted to have completed this acquisition of one of the most significant auctions in the Northeast. It is an outstanding venue and … [Read more...]
Auburn Fall Collector Car Auction Update – Auctions America
Auctions America by RM officially opens its gates to the upgraded Auburn Auction Park on Wednesday, September 1st for a free public preview of the facility and the auction cars as it gears up for its inaugural ‘Auburn Fall Collector Car Auction’, scheduled for September 2-5, 2010. A 1934 Duesenberg Model JN Convertible Sedan by Rollston leads the lineup of over 800 motor cars already consigned, including select … [Read more...]
Mecum Monterey Auction 2010 – Reggie Jackson Collection
A piece of baseball great Reggie Jackson's original collection will be offered at the Mecum Monterey Auction, August 13-14, 2010. Jackson has consigned several unique cars for Mecum Monterey, including a rare 1969 ZL1 COPO Camaro. "Reggie is a lifelong car guy whom I've known for 25 years," said President Dana Mecum. … [Read more...]
Bonhams Quail Lodge Auction 2010 – Racing and Sports Cars
Bonhams’ annual summer sale at Quail Lodge will be held August 12-13, 2010 at the Quail Lodge in Carmel Valley, California. Now in its 13th year, Bonhams’ auction held during the Monterey Peninsula Car Week will once again prominently feature sporting cars. With many of Bonhams’ specialists competing regularly in racing events, and the firm’s recent appointment as the official partner of the Historic Motor Sports … [Read more...]
Indy 500 Race Cars Offered at Worldwide Auburn Auction 2010
Those making the annual journey to Auburn, Indiana, this Labor Day Weekend, can look forward to an assortment of motorcars at Worldwide Auctioneers’ expanded event, the Auburn Auction. The company’s premier catalogue auction of automobiles will this year serve as “The Main Event” and Saturday evening climax to an expanded three-day sale, running from September 2nd through September 4th, 2010. Indy 500 enthusiasts … [Read more...]