Friday, April 8, 2011

1958 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Convertible


Over the last 51 years only two dedicated owners have cared for this impressive 1958 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz convertible, one of just 815 produced. It is being offered at Dana Mecum's Original Spring Classic Auction on Saturday May 21 at 5:00PM.


Wednesday, April 6, 2011

1957 Ford Thunderbird Phase I D/F Handbuilt Factory Racer

This 1957 Ford Thunderbird is much more than one of the rarest Fords produced in the post-WWII era, for while outwardly identical to production models, its origins and history set it apart as one of a singularly unique group of fifteen hand-built for competition and one of just eight that survive today.


Thursday, January 13, 2011

1966 Shelby Cobra 427 Roadster

Every Shelby 427 Cobra is rare simply by nature, but everyone including Carroll Shelby himself knows that, within that context, some reach the level of “exceptional”, a fact he acknowledged when he signed the glovebox door of CSX 3301 with the inscription,

One of the rarest
CSX3301
Carroll Shelby

The first car in the third production group of 427 Cobras, this sparkling White roadster was completed at AC Cars for delivery directly to Ford Advanced Vehicles in Slough, England. Shelby 427 Cobra CSX3301 is being offered at the Mecum Kissimmee Auction Friday, January 28, 2011.



Friday, December 17, 2010

1955 Chevrolet Bel Air


More than a quality rotisserie restoration, this incredible 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-door hardtop is a work of high craftsmanship, a rolling showcase for the talents of renowned ’55-’57 Chevy expert NuNu Lowry, who spent countless hours and over $115,000.00 on a solid, original car to achieve its final look, ride, and drive.




Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Bob Glidden's Pro Stock Pinto

Bob Glidden’s Pro Stock Pinto holds a very special place in drag racing history. It won twenty NHRA National events and World Championships in 1974, ’75 and ‘78, a record no other Pro Stocker of that period even came close to matching.

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

1965 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe Serial #1

A straightforward driver’s machine with a 327/365 HP small block under the hood and a 4-speed close at hand, the first production 1965 Corvette, serial number 001, is finished in Silver Pearl with a complementary Silver interior. Finned aluminum knock-off wheels shod with White wall tires provide a truly classic look; interior appointments include a teakwood steering wheel and AM/FM radio.