David Snyder paints John Oates Guitar for The Amelia Island Foundation
We met artist, David Snyder at Amelia Island Concours 2019. Within the last few years, he has begun painting guitars for charity, raising as much as $105,000 for “Curing Kids with Cancer” at a recent Mecum’s Auction. His latest endeavor (pictured here) was to raise money for The Amelia Island Foundation. He painted all 7…
Read MoreAuthor Burt Levy at Amelia Island Concours 2019
Burt Levy takes automotive historical fiction to a whole new level with his (so far 6) book series, beginning with “The Last Open Road.” We found him at Amelia Island Concours 2019 dispensing wisdom and jokes in no particular order. To reach Burt: thinkfast@mindspring.com www.LastOpenRoad.com T: (708) 383-7203
Read MoreTim Considine, Brian Redman and Ben Horton at Amelia Island Concours 2019
Tim Considine signing his most recent book, “Twice Around the Clock, The Yanks at Le Mans 1923-1979” during the 2019 Amelia Island Concours. Pictured with Brian Redman and Ben Horton. author@yanksatlemans.com www.hortonsbooks.co.uk
Read MoreChuck Handers from Rescued Antiques at Amelia Island Concours 2019
Chuck Harders from Philadelphia, PA brought a ton of great petroliana to the 2019 Amelia Island Concours. (904) 424-7210 chuck.harders1@yahoo.com @RedHorseMotoring
Read More“Old School Alex” from Windsor, Colorado at the Amelia Island Concours 2019
We met “Old School Alex” from Windsor, Colorado at the Amelia Island Concours 2019. He uses old fashioned wood cutting tools to create a large “stamp”, rolls on ink, and then “prints” 10 limited editions. Block Printing. It’s very tactile.The limited-edition prints are $5,000 each. Once the 10 prints are made the “stamp” is poly-coated…
Read MoreGreat automobilia art at Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance 2019
Craig and Pamela Booth have been portraying (you and your classic car) with whimsey and passion in clay, since the mid 1980s. Come by and see their beautiful artwork in the Ritz Carlton hallways at Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance the next few days. Each piece takes 6-8 weeks and may include such details as an…
Read MoreJim Cook from Michigan-great NEON!
Jim Cook from Michigan, selling some great NEON at Winter Florida AutoFest Lakeland, on Feb 22-24, 2019. Big Kat Neon Telephone: (989) 388-9725 Email: bigkatneon@gmail.com
Read MoreEdward & Priscilla Bardes from Hendersonville, North Carolina-Tons of Diecast!
Edward & Priscilla Bardes from Hendersonville, North Carolina, had a TON of cool Diecast at the recent, Winter Florida AutoFest Lakeland, on Feb 22-24, 2019.
Read MoreMarlin Ludt selling Custom Wood Gas Pump Storage Cabinets at Winter Florida AutoFest Lakeland
Marlin Ludt from Carlisle, Pennsylvania brought these super cool wooden cabinets which look like gas pumps. He has been making them since 2012, takes custom orders and enjoys the work. He spends 10-15 hours per cabinet. The starting price is $365 at a show, and you can find them on Etsy for $595 including shipping. Contact Marlin…
Read More1932 HUDSON 1/4 SCALE FACTORY CAR MODEL
1932 HUDSON 1/4 SCALE FACTORY CAR MODEL Estimate $30,000 – $40,000 Dec 8, 2018 Sold for $15,000 “RARE” 1932 Hudson 4 Door Sedan 1/4 Scale Factory Car Model. According to Ken Poynter writing in the Summer 2000 edition of the Hudson Triangle – Journal of the Hudson/EssexTerraplane Society there were only 12 of these amazing…
Read MoreA Don Edmunds Hisso Series Gilmore Special Gas-Powered Model Race Car
A Don Edmunds Hisso Series Gilmore Special Gas-Powered Estimate $2,000 – $3,000 Dec 8, 2018 Sold for $1,000 A Don Edmunds Hisso Series Gilmore Special Gas-Powered Model Race Car, late 20th century Marks: DON EDMUNDS, AUTORESEARCH, HISSO-12 7 x 18-1/4 x 8-1/2 inches (17.8 x 46.4 x 21.6 cm) (car, overall) Condition: Some dirt accretions…
Read More1956 NASH RAMBLER SEDAN 1/4 SCALE STYLING MODEL
1956 NASH RAMBLER SEDAN 1/4 SCALE STYLING MODEL Estimate $5,000 – $7,000 Dec 8, 2018 Sold for $4,100 RARE” 1956 Nash Rambler Custom 4 Door Sedan 1/4 Scale Styling Model. This model is the final accepted body design model. The absence of door handles, badges, and hood ornament shows this model would have been made…
Read MoreRARE” 1919 Cadillac Type 57 Limousine 1/8 Scale Factory Model
MILESTONE AUCTIONS – Willoughby, OH Estimate $30,000 – $40,000Dec 8, 2018 Sold for $20,000 “RARE” 1919 Cadillac Type 57 Limousine 1/8 Scale Factory Model. This wonderful Factory Model was made in the Cadillac factory in 1919. Used for display at the 1919 New Your Auto Show and other shows throughout the country. This is one…
Read MoreEd Kovach, 1931 Rolls Royce model car
Ed Kovach, 1931 Rolls Royce model car WRIGHT AUCTIONS – Chicago Il Ed Kovach 1931 Rolls Royce model car. c. 2008 enameled steel, rubber, plastic, brass 28 w × 9 d × 9 h in (71 × 23 × 23 cm) This unique model was handmade by Chicago-based toy and model maker, Ed Kovach. Estimate…
Read More“Built for Adventure and Built to Thrill”
The Classic Automobiles of Clive Cussler and Dirk Pitt. A gorgeous tour through Clive Cussler’s outstanding collection of rare, classic, and antique automobiles. Fans of Clive Cussler’s bestselling Dirk Pitt series know that his hero has a soft spot for rare and classic automobiles…and that the vehicles that appear in the novels are actually part…
Read More1:24 1978 Lincoln Contential MkV shipping now
Automodello is shipping their 1:24 scale Automodello ONE24™ 1978 Lincoln Continental Mark V Diamond Jubilee Editions this week (Jan 22nd, 2019). When this Lincoln was released in 1978 it marked the 75thanniversary of Ford Motor Company and was the first American production car to break $20,000. It is available in Diamond Blue or Jubilee Gold and they’ve…
Read More1948 Talbot-Lago T26 Grand Sport Coupe by Ilario Models
1948 Talbot-Lago T26 Grand Sport Coupe, S/N 110101, by Ilario Models. New 1:18 scale limited edition pieces from Ilario Chiera. Original Paris show car in Green, and as later restored in Blue. As with all Ilario editions, both are built to extremely high standards, and are very limited. Only 60 of each version have been…
Read MoreSteve Austin at Barrett-Jackson Auctions in Scottsdale
Steve Austin enthusiastically selling great art (and great vacations) at Barrett-Jackson Auctions in Scottsdale, Arizona – 2019! www.barrett-jackson.com http://www.steveaustinsautomobiliaandtravel.com
Read MoreIMSA 1969 – 1989 The Inside Story of How John Bishop Built The World’s Greatest Sports Car Racing Series.
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Jo Snyder 1.512.507.7867 jo@octanepress.com Austin, Texas. January 2019 – The first 20 years of one of the most iconic racing series in American history is chronicled by the son of the founder and the organization’s senior director of race operations (and former president) in IMSA 1969 – 1989, a…
Read More48th Annual Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction
A few images from this exciting auction! https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Automobilia/Scottsdale-2019/069daa76-55d4-4986-a7a8-7d89ed9367d4
Read MoreBarrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction – Jan 12-20
At its 48th Annual Scottsdale Auction, Barrett-Jackson has lined up an incredible offering of more than 1,600 items, including two outstanding collections. Automobilia Director Rory Brinkman provides a preview of what promises to be a record-setting Automobilia Auction.https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Media/Home/Video/304891572
Read MoreAutoMobilia Resource edition #3 is hot off the press and mailing out Friday, Jan 11!
AutoMobilia Resource edition #3 is hot off the press and mailing out Friday, Jan 11. Subscribers – expect your copies by the end of the month. Print run – 5000+ copies! New columns, great photography and more! Subscribe, and come along for the ride, if you haven’t already at: https://automobiliagarage.com/subscribe/
Read MoreMecum Auctions hot rod for Vietnam Veterans!
Mecum Auctions had a special hot rod displayed for Vietnam Veterans. All veterans are invited to sign the hotrod and get their photo taken. They also had a small ceremony and gave Allen Spurlin (AutoMobilia’s pin-up girl finder) a commemorative button for his service. Very nice and heartwarming display and really nice to see our…
Read MorePlymouth Superbird Pedal Car at Mecum’s Road Art Auction!
Plymouth Superbird Pedal Car – on sale at Mecum’s Road Art Auction this week! Current bid – $2,400. https://www.mecum.com/lots/FR0119-366922/1970-plymouth-superbird-pedal-car/ Oh, to be a kid again!
Read MoreBeautiful Kelley Tire Sign at Mecum Road Art!
Kelly Tires sign – would be a cornerstone of any serious collection – on sale at Mecum’s Road Art Auction this week! Current bid – $50,000, and it could go $100,000 or higher. https://www.mecum.com/lots/FR0119-366906/kelly-tires-two-ssp-with-original-ring/ Absolutely beautiful!
Read MoreThe helpful guys at Mecum’s Road Art!
These are some of the great (and really helpful) guys at Mecum’s Road Art Auction going on now. https://www.mecum.com/roadart/
Read MoreMore photo’s from Mecum’s Road Art!
More of the great automobilia and petroliana for sale at Mecum’s Road Art Auction going on now. https://www.mecum.com/roadart/
Read MoreReal Art Replicas offer Beautiful Jordan 191, Formula 1
Real Art Replicas offer Beautiful Jordan 191, Formula 1 Real Art Replicas is offering this handcrafted resin model of what many consider to be the most beautiful Formula 1 car ever raced, the Jordan 191. This particular model is the #32 Jordan 191 – Team 7UP Formula 1 car that Michael Schumacher made his Formula…
Read MorePrivate Sale Adventcalendar-Automobilia Ladenburg
Private Sale Adventcalendar-Automobilia Ladenburg For all those looking for a suitable Christmas present for themselves or others … Automobilia Ladenburg Advent Calendar … from Dec 1 until Dec 24, between 4 and 24 items are offered for direct sale every day. On the 6th of December, they will give away all 14 articles that will…
Read MoreFinal LEGO Technic Porsche 911 GT3 RS Scale Model Rolls Off The Line
Final LEGO Technic Porsche 911 GT3 RS Scale Model Rolls Off The Line LEGO Technic and Porsche are officially ceasing production of the 911 GT3 RS 1:8 scale model, which was initially launched back in 2016. Thankfully, its replacement is being described as “a new treat”. To make this a proper send-off, the two companies…
Read MoreHUGE 2-DAY SIGN & ADVERTISING AUCTION
HUGE 2-DAY SIGN & ADVERTISING AUCTION Friday December 14th & Saturday December 15 Located: Sioux Falls Convention Center, Sioux Falls, SD 800+ Lots over 2-days! Gas, Oil, Auto, Tire, Soda, Coca-Cola, & more! Lots of LARGE SIGNS! Neon’s, Gas Pumps, Gas Globes, Soda Machines, Juke Boxes, and more! More info coming soon! GIRARD AUCTION &…
Read MoreMotorsport Network acquired largest private collection of Ferrari images in the world.
Motorsport Network acquired largest private collection of Ferrari images in the world. Motorsport Network has acquired the archives of renowned photographer Ercole Colombo, which includes the largest private collection of Ferrari images in the world. The collection will add a rich supplement to the Motorsport Images digital archive that now holds 23+ million assets. www.motorsportimages.com
Read MoreEnzo Ferrari biography by Luca Dal Monte available
Enzo Ferrari biography by Luca Dal Monte available The biography of Enzo Ferrari by Luca Dal Monte, is one of six finalists for the prestigious “Motoring Book of the Year” award. And deservedly so! At over 900 pages, the book is a tome, and at first appears daunting. Yet, it is fascinating! Bloody well written!…
Read More3 New Bugatti model cars from Ilario now available!
3 New Bugatti model cars from Ilario now available! Three all new Bugatti models from Ilario are now available. Pictured is the 1:18 scale – ‘37 Bugatti Type 57SC Atalante s/n 57562 as originally built and restored in black & yellow. Hand built limited edition of only 50. www.ilario.com
Read MoreNew automobilia auction co – Ni-Cola Classics
New automobilia auction co – Ni-Cola Classics Ni-Cola Classics – Automobilia Auctions out of Germany is new to the scene, holding their 2nd auction on Nov 3rd. Pictured here is an original large photo from the private collection of Enzo Ferrari. Bidding opened at $6600. For more info. www.nicola-ac.de
Read MoreIndianapolis Motor Speedway Museum acquires numerous pieces from artist John C. Orfe III
Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum acquires numerous pieces from artist John C. Orfe III The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum has acquired a number of original motorsports-themed works of art painted by the distinguished fine artist John C. Orfe III, and is dedicated to preserving the collection. His art depicts auto racing legends, such as Mario Andretti, Mark…
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