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31/07/2020
Certification pays
This article discusses the importance of authenticity in classic car purchasing, specifically focusing on the Ferrari Classiche certification. The article explains how finding out if a classic car is in its original condition can determine the success or failure of negotiations. The article notes that manufacturers now have special departments created to provide information on classic cars from their archives, and they are equipped to restore vehicles to their original condition if required. The article examines the cost of certification and the boost in value it provides, citing examples of Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytonas and Ferrari 512 TRs. Finally, the article emphasizes that classic cars are handcrafted products, and no two are identical.
30/07/2020
Clouds over the online?
RM, the Canadian auction house, recently held a virtual auction for the European market with 107 cars. Despite high expectations, only 60 cars were sold, resulting in a sales rate of 56.63%. RM sold just €7,774,375 out of the €18,183,000 on offer. The auction house believes this result is due to oversupply, which has made buyers delay purchases while waiting for better opportunities, and the novelty effect of online auctions diminishing. RM has announced that they will return to in-person auctions in September. The auction's top lot was a 1966 Ferrari 275 GTB Alloy by Scaglietti, which sold for €1,430,000. The auction also featured a 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Volante 'X-Pack', which sold for €230,000 and a 2004 Maybach 57, which sold for €52,800.
29/07/2020
The mother of all SUVs
This text discusses Lamborghini's history of creating off-road vehicles, beginning with the Cheetah project in the mid-1970s.
28/07/2020
Real, in Monte Carlo with Mercedes leading Ferrari
This article explores the strength of auction houses and the importance of the motor car industry to these houses, especially with regards to their commission. It highlights the success of the Artcurial event that was organised at the HĂ´telHermitage in Monte Carlo, where a variety of collectable items were sold, with cars being the most lucrative. Moreover, it looks at three specific cars that were sold at the event, exploring the interesting stories behind each one and how they had been sold at previous auctions. This serves to demonstrate the importance of timing when looking to make a profit from the auction house.
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27/07/2020
Glamour Rolls
This text is about a revolutionary Rolls-Royce Phantom 1 Cabriolet designed by Jonckheere in 1934.
25/07/2020
Nick Mason
This article talks about the impressive car collection of Nick Mason, drummer, co-founder, and the only permanent member of Pink Floyd. INSIDE
25/07/2020
Corvette Stingray C3 (1968-1982) - a desire within reach
The Chevrolet Corvette C3 series of 1968-1982 is an iconic car that has seen success both in the automotive and pop culture worlds.
24/07/2020
Henri Chapron, car couturier
The article discusses the life and work of Henri Chapron, a coachbuilder from France who gained fame during the "Années Folles" era of the 1920s and 30s. Chapron's work was known for its creativity and custom designs that reflected his French heritage.
23/07/2020
Historics. And the market moves
The British auction house, Historics, is known for offering attractive classic cars at negotiable prices that appeal to dealers. This auction saw a 73.5% sale of the 181 cars on offer. Aston Martin dominated the top sales with the 1965 Aston Martin DB5 in Glacier Blue selling for ÂŁ560,000, while the 1964 Aston Martin DB5 in British Racing Green was sold for ÂŁ525,000. Third place went to the 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Volante X-Pack. Other notable sales included the Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85, one of only two right-hand drive models, which sold for ÂŁ224,000.
22/07/2020