Archive
10/07/2021
European pick-ups
The article discusses the differences in the market and offers for pick-up trucks between the United States and Europe. While the US has many ferocious and impressive pick-up trucks, Europe struggles to find sensational vehicles.
08/07/2021
The RM Guarantee
This article analyzes the results of RM's online auction, Open Roads, that was held in May and June. The author studies the sales data and discusses how the auction market has responded to RM's specific target audience and guarantee offered by the brand. The author also examines specific car sales at the auction, including two Ferraris from the collection of Guy Berryman, the bassist from Coldplay, to determine if the notoriety of the owner increases the value of the car. The article concludes that the data indicates that RM has created its own market segment, but there was no indication that the market gave Guy Berryman's cars a particular premium for the celebrity connection.
04/07/2021
Cars & Movies 7. Mercedes: The Star with muscles
This article explores how Mercedes-Benz strategically uses product placement in movies to convey messages of quality, strength, and robustness.
03/07/2021
Pick-ups. Who wouldn't want one please raise your hand
This article explores the history and evolution of pick-up trucks in America, which are often regarded as symbols of the country's rugged, outdoorsy lifestyle.
01/07/2021
Bonhams in Switzerland: the ship sets sail...
The article discusses the recent car auction in Cheserex, Switzerland, which had fewer cars but sold more of them. The auction had a 89.13% of cars changing hands with a 23.9% increase in the average price from last year. The top-selling car, a 1963 Ferrari 250 GT Lusso, sold for approximately $1,460,000, and the article offers some insights into the value of Ferrari Classiche certification. The article also notes the rise in prices of the 996 series Porsche 911s and offers suggestions on cars that are still good value for money, including the Ferrari 575 Superamerica and the Ferrari 550 Maranello.
27/06/2021
Cars & Movies 6. Mercedes: The Elegant Soul of Hollywood
The Mercedes-Benz Museum in Stuttgart displays the brand's diverse models throughout history. The cars convey an unwavering sense of robustness and aristocratic quality, despite their varied uses.
26/06/2021
Dreams or reality?
This article discusses the recent acquisitions made by three virtual garages that host interesting models from international auctions. The three collectors, Cautious, Sober, and Wealthy, each purchased various vintage cars at different price points.
24/06/2021
Good wind from the East
This article reports on RM Sotheby's first European auction since February 2020, where it sold 14 of 19 cars in Milan, and 25 out of 25 in Eschen, Liechtenstein. The Milan sale generated an estimated €11,635,000 turnover compared with €12,600,000 estimate, and the Eschen sale reached a total of CHF 10,160,125 against an initial estimate of CHF 6,085,000. The article highlights the success of the sales, despite the risks involved, with average sales prices of €831,071 per car in Milan and a 181.99% result in terms of value in Eschen. The top lots sold include a 1966 Ferrari 275 GTB and a 1933 Rolls Royce Phantom II Brougham by Brewster.
20/06/2021
Cars & Movies 5. Jaguar and Land Rover: The British Spirit
This article highlights the British spirit present in the representation of Jaguar and Land Rover in the world of cinema.
19/06/2021