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2010 RM Auctions- Automobiles of Arizona preview

For the 11th year running, RM Auctions will hold its annual Automobiles of Arizona auction on the 21st and 22nd of January. For the first time, this year’s event will be spread over two days, with the first day being devoted wholly to British cars. The event kicks off the year for RM Auctions, and will certainly serve as an interesting barometer for the state of the market in the year to come.

Buys of the week- Which 1950-1970 classic for $20-25,000?

Yep, I have been trawling classifieds again. Turned up some surprises with my set criteria of $20-25,000 to spend over a 20 year time frame (1950-1970).

RM Auctions- Automobiles of Amelia Island preview March 2009

Canadian firm RM auctions is hosting their 11th annual blockbuster at Amelia Island in Florida, on March 14. We wade through the massive entry list to pick a few to look out for.

Buys of the week- Which classic for $40-45,000?

In the first installment of a new regular feature, we take a look at what interesting cars are available in the $40,000 to $45,000 price bracket.

Bonhams Retromobile- Sale Results Feb 09

In the midst of a global recession, the Bonhams auction at Retromobile last Saturday provided evidence that the market is still strong for prestigious classic cars at the right price. The total of €11.25 million was up on last year’s result, and more than 70% of the lots found buyers. However, there were a number of cars in the upper price estimates which didn’t achieve their reserve, indicating that there is possibly just a bit of caution amongst buyers at the moment.

Shannons Summer Classic Auction Nov 08

With the recent global economic downturn damping consumer spending collectors looked upon Shannons Summer Classic auction as a meteorologist observes a barometer. Unfortunately the classic barometer suggests gloomy times ahead.

Bonhams & Goodman 16 November 2008- Auction wrap

With the wonderful Grand Prix Lotus collection of the Late Hon. John Dawson-Damer on offer, the Bonhams & Goodman November auction in Sydney piqued global interest.

Bonhams & Goodman- Nov 08 preview

‘Perhaps the most important sale of collectors’ motor cars held in Australia to date?’- This is the question auction house Bonhams & Goodman are asking when their upcoming sports, competition and collectors’ motor car auction is mentioned. Adam Davis previews their 16th November sale in Sydney.

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