CLASSICS TODAY: October 2010

Sunday

THE MORGAN

BUILT BY HAND

THE CLASSIC END

by e-mail from ed thomas

Thursday

ENGLAND ON THE 30TH

1930 AUSTIN

THE PHIL LOMAX COLLECTION

by Richard Edmonds

Castle Combe Circuit

Ivy Road Industrial Estate

Ivy Road, Chippenham Willtshire

United Kingdom

http://www.richardedmondsauctions.com/

+44 (0) 1249 444544

1930 STANDARD

photo credit: richardedmondsauctions.com

MAINE ON THE 30TH

THE GREAT FALL AUCTION

by Owls Head Transportation Museum

Owls Head Transportation Museum

Owls Head, Maine

http://www.ohtm.org/

1-207-594-4418

COLORADO ON THE 30TH

2007 NIGHTSTER

HARLEY DAVIDSON AUCTION

by Specialty Auto Auction

Thunder Mountain Harley Davidson

Loveland, Colorado

http://www.saaasinc.com/

1-970-266-9561

2007 FAT BOY

photo credit: specialty auto auctions and sales

ENGLAND ON THE 29TH

1972 FORD CAPRI

CLASSIC CAR AUCTION

by South Western Vehicle Auctions

61 Ringwood Road,

Parkstone, Poole, Dorset,

United Kingdom

http://www.swva.co.uk/

+44 (0) 1202 745466

1965 MORRIS MINOR

Monday

Here is the popular collectable T-2 body California A coupe. Last year for the A model and a very collectable example this one has a beautiful feel when sitting behind the wheel and is a real pleasure when driving with a nice quiet ride and smooth shifting transmission this car will put a smile on your face. Just what you would hope for in a California car with a solid original floor pan this one is of collector caliber having its factory original numbered non kinked hood and excellent panel fit all the way around this one should pass the test if you look for a U.S. delivered car with over rider tubes and guards. Finished nicely in silver paint with a red interior and chrome wheels the car is very presentable for operating, showing and has the integrity of a good car to the knowledgeable Porsche enthusiast.

1-949-631-7456

Car is in California

photo and text credit: wholesale california

ENGLAND ON THE 27TH

2010 PAGANI ZONDA R

AUTOMOBILES OF LONDON

by RM Auctions

Battersea Park

London, United Kingdom

http://www.rmauctions.com/

1-519-352-4575

2004 FERRARI ENZO

ENGLAND ON THE 26TH

1970 LOTUS SEVEN S3

CLASSIC, HISTORIC & SPORTS CARS

by Barons

Sandown Park

Esher, Surrey

United Kingdom

http://www.barons-auctions.com/

+44 (0) 23 8066 8413

1939 MG WA

photo credit: barons-auctions.com

FORMULA ONE IN SOUTH KOREA

FERNANDO ALONSO IN THE DARK

In the rain, in the dark, what a race. South Korea's brand new track opened to hours of pouring rain. Rarely is Formula One stopped from starting on time, but today was it. The race was delayed well over an hour. It was supposed to start at 9:00 AM and I went to the bar that I usually watch it from at 8:00. An English breakfast and several beers later it finally ended.

My guy, Webber, crashed out and with that it knocked him out of the lead for the championship. They were able to run the complete race under the time limit with a full 50% of the cars being wrecked at some point. The brand new track was still laying down the black-top last Sunday and there weren't any lights around the track. Because of the delay, the last few laps were run in the dark. Going 200 miles per hour on a wet winding road in the dark doesn't appeal to me, but sure was interesting to watch. These guys do have brass balls.

Alonso from Ferrari won the race and it put him in the lead for the championship. Followed by Lewis Hamilton in 2nd and Massa in 3rd. With that there is now only four that could pull off the championship in the last two races coming up. They are Alonso, Webber, Hamilton and Vettel. I would love to see Webber get it. But it is what it is....and anything can happen.

Thursday

TUESDAY'S SPECIAL ON A THURSDAY

1955 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SL

Engine type In-line 6 cylinder (M198)

Displacement 2,996 cc
Bore 85 mm
Stroke 88 mm
Output @ 5,800 rpm 215 hp
Torque @ 4,600 rpm 28 Nm
Performance (0-62 mph) 10 s
Top speed 155 mph (250 km/h)
Total units produced (Coupe) 1,400

Historical Perspective:

The legendary “Gullwing” coupe was the first true sports car to be developed by Daimler-Benz after World War II. The development of the car was initiated by Max Hoffman, a US citizen of Austrian descent, who had been the official importer of Mercedes-Benz cars since September 1952. For the board of directors of Daimler-Benz, Hoffman's plan to sell sports cars with the Mercedes star on the hood, was a welcome opportunity to open the US market for Daimler-Benz. In September 1953 the development of the 300 SL was launched. The series production version of the 300 SL, which was presented in February 1954 at the "International Motor Sports Show" in New York, was based on a race car from the 1952 season. Production started late in 1954 and over the course of three years only 1400 cars were produced. Sought after by collectors, this car continues to be an icon of timeless design.

Chassis no: 198.040-55-00339, Fire Engine Red / Natural Leather

Restored, matching numbers car in excellent condition. Perfect car for vintage rallies like the Colorado Grand.

1-949-598-4860

Car is in California

photo and text credit: racingdeal.com

Wednesday

ITALY ON THE 23RD

1935 LANCIA ASTURA

AUTO e MOTO d'EPOCA

by Coys

Fiera di Padova

Padova, Italy

http://www.coys.co.uk/

+39 (0) 49 840 290

1971 ALFA ROMEO JUNIOR

CANADA ON THE 22ND

1936 FORD

TORONTO FALL CLASSIC CAR AUCTION

by Collector Car Productions

International Centre

6900 Airport Road

Mississauga, Ontario

Canada

http://www.ccpauctions.com/

1-416-923-7500

1947 FORD

TEXAS ON THE 21ST

1937 CORD

HILL COUNTRY CLASSIC CAR AUCTION

by Dan Kruse Classics

Embassy Suites San Marcos Hotel

San Marcos, Texas

http://www.dankruseclassics.com/

1-866-495-8111

1949 PACKARD

photo credit: Dan Kruse Classics

Tuesday

COLORADO ON THE 16TH

1950 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY

LARIMER COUNTY AUCTION

by Specialty Auto Auctions

Larimer County Fairgrounds

Loveland, Colorado

http://www.saaasinc.com/

1-970-266-9561

1948 CHEVY

photo credit: saaasinc.com

FRANCE ON THE 15TH

EXCPTIONAL CLASSIC CARS

by Osenat

Auction House

5 Rue Royal

Fontainebleau, France

http://www.osenat.com/

+33 (0) 1 80 81 90 10

NORTH CAROLINA ON THE 15TH

1950 CHEVY

2010 FALL CHARLOTTE AUTOFEST

by Tom Mack

Metrolina Expo Center

Charlotte, North Carolina

http://www.tommackclassics.com/

1-888-TOM-MACK

1964 CHEVY CHEVELLE

photo credit: tommackclassics.com

MISSOURI ON THE 15TH

1950 LINCOLN

CLASSIC & EXOTIC CAR AUCTION

by Motoexotica

Manheim of St. Louis

13813 St. Charles Rock Road

St. Louis, Missouri

http://www.motoexotica.com/

1-636-600-4600

1955 STUDEBAKER

photo credit: motoexotica.com

TUESDAY'S SPECIAL

1957 ASTON MARTIN DB2/4 MKIII

This Aston Martin DB2/4 MKIII with chassis number AM300/3/1315 is first registered at the 8th of may 1957. It has been sold by agent Societe Mirabeau in France. It is very rare to have an original European Aston Martin DB2/4 MKII with for example kilometer indicators. The Aston Martin is full matching, even the engine as well as the body colour and interior are still in the same specification as it was when the car was newly delivered in 1957. This Aston DB 2/4 MKIII with chassis number AM/300/3/1315 is one of the only 150 cars with the original early back lights which makes this example very rare. Although the former French owner, the engine has been completely rebuild. Furthermore this Aston has an overdrive which makes the car very usable on longer trips. The chrome on the Aston has been renewed. In combination with the beautiful paintwork (original Imperial Crimson Red) is the car looking very impressive. A lot of money has been spend on this Aston to make it an extremely nice, unique but above all original specification car.

+31 (0) 653 944549

Car is in Holland

DUBAI ON THE 11TH

COLLECTOR'S MOTOR CARS
by Bonhams
Royal Mirage Hotel
Dubai, United Arab Emirats

http://www.bonhoms.com/

+971 (0) 4 344 9945

Sunday

FORMULA ONE IN JAPAN

VETTEL HAS THE WIN IN JAPAN

A hard day's work in Japan. Due to heavy rain the qualifying period on Saturday was cancelled until race day morning. So, they had to qualify in the morning to race in the afternoon. Sounds like a lot of work and a lot of tention.

Before the first turn 20% of the cars were wiped out. Could that have been from someone being too tired?Vettel, from Red Bull, was the pole and race winner. One second behind him was my choice, Mark Webber, and third went to Alonso from Ferrari.

With only three races left, and five guys in the running for the championship, they should be interesting. Next up is Korea, if it is ready, then Brazil and Abu Daubi. Those in the lead are Webber, Vettel, Alonso, Button and Hamilton. But only one can win it.

Tuesday

ENGLAND ON THE 9TH

1934 MORRIS

CLASSIC CAR AUCTION

by Anglia Car Aucions

Cattlemarket, Beveridge Way

Kings Lynn, Norfolk

United Kingdom

http://www.angliacarauctions.co.uk/

+44 (0) 1553 771881

1970 TRIUMPH

photo credit: anglia car auctions

MISSISSIPPI ON THE 8TH

WARNER BROTHER'S BATMOBILE FROM "BATMAN RETURNS"

BILOXI 2010

by Vicari Auction Company

Mississippi Coast Coliseum

Biloxi, Mississippi

http://www.vicariauction.com/

1-504-347-1196

KYLE PETTY - MALLOW YALLOW NASCAR

photo credit: vicari auction company

PENNSYLVANIA ON THE 7TH

1912 STODDARD-DAYTON

VINTAGE MOTOR CARS OF HERSHEY

by RM Auctions

Hershey Lodge

Hershey, Pennsylvania

http://www.rmauctions.com/

1-519-352-4375

1911 JACKSON

TUESDAY'S SPECIAL

1968 ALFA ROMEO TIPO 33 DAYTONA

Alfa Romeo T33 Daytona Coupe Chassis 008 Chassis 008 was sold to Marcello Gambi in 1984 direct from Autodelta, the Factory Fattura documenting the transaction is on hand. With the sale came a number of related parts including body sections. Marcello Gambi sold the unassembled collection along with acquired correct engine, gearbox and suspension components in 1996 to artisan Giovanni Giordanengo. The groundwork was now set to complete the car. The project was sold in late 1999 to the current owner who in turn commissioned Giordanengo to assemble 008; the car was completed in early 2008 to exacting standards. The car is completely fresh and supplied with a current MOT and HTP papers.

+44 (0) 1451 821611

Car is in England.

photo and text credit: legendsautomotive.co.uk

Sunday

INDYCAR IN FLORIDA - THE LAST OF THE SEASON

DANICA PATRICK-2ND, SCOTT DIXON-1ST AND TONY KANAAN-3RD

After flip-floping leaders, Scott Dixon pulls off a win. But the real race was for second place. It had everyone on their feet. Danica Patrick against her teammate Tony Kanaan. Tony can come from anywhere in the field, even last place, and lead the race as he did for a time here. Danica had her best race of the season and did a great job of getting second place.

The other draw of the race was the fact that it was for the championship between Will Power, who had led all season, against Dario Franchitti (Mr. Ashley Judd). Power's race ended with damage to his car and Dario became the champion by 5 points.