Great article. Who gives a damn; a true classic or a tribute. The whole adventure of owning a classic is the opportunity to cruise, with a smile on your face. It is not the value or the truth of the model; it is the fun factor and the enjoyment of the moment. Life is too short to stand in the garage and admire what cannot be driven. Regardless of the wealth, you cannot take it with you. I would rather go with a smile on my face than a doubt in my mind about "what if"! ... View more

Advertising these "ridiculously" inflated prices is what will be the end of the collector car hobby. People will be impressed by the numbers UNTIL they research the marketplace for their dream vehicle. The difference between the ficticous auction prices and the market would make anyone hesitate to purchase. Sure, some of the vehicle values make sense, but let's be realistic. Don't inflate all of them, just to build hype in the marketplace. This will eventually backfire. Just look at what Beckett did to the sports collector market! ... View more

My "wife to be" was driving a plum crazy 1970 Duster 340, that 1971 night that we first met. A two door coupe, automatic, power steering and dual Walker "blue bottle" mufflers. Loud enough that you had trouble talking to a front seat passenger. The Duster is long gone, but the wife is still ticking on all cylinders. I offered to find her a similar Duster; color and all. Her response was a very stern: NOT A CHANCE! I wasn't going to jeopardize a long-lasting relationship, so I threw the thoughts aside. She has allowed me to have an old classic, but she has emphatically reminded me: NO DUSTERS! I wonder how many 340 Duster owners are still married to the same woman?  ... View more

Very basic before storage for the winter: wash and wax the exterior. Clean and vacuum the interior, even the glass. Place Fabreeze sheets throughout the interior and trunk. I park the car on a foam floor covering, made from 2 foot square playroom pieces. I put a couple of movers blankets on top of the cover, and make certain that they protect the areas that I might put something on top of the car. Don't forget the most important thing, once you close the door, and before you put the cover on: Give the car a kiss goodbye and tell it you will see it in the spring!   ... View more

My opinion, for what is worth: These prices the unfortunate attempt to keep values, in general, inflated. Of course, reality reporting doesn't attract readers, because there is no sensationalism. To bad, because I feel that it scares the average buyer away. Buy what you like, and enjoy what you can afford. Keep your head on your shoulders and smile wide as you enjoy whichever classic that you choose. Keep safe: stay healthy! ... View more

Suggesting a Triumph TR-6, or any British automobile, is akin to saying that mosquito bites don't itch. Yes, British sports cars from the past are a lot of fun; open air sports cars from the 60's are the envy of the arrogant and the smart people, together. The smart people admire them from outside the bubble. The arrogant own them, but do not reveal all of the shortfalls of ownership. Carry spare parts and tools, each and every time that you take it out. As well, do not forget the repair manual, and, of course, your knowledge of the car. More often than not, you will be at the side of the road, scratching your head, trying to figure out why it died, this time.  However: it is not all doom and gloom. Your ego gets spiked every time that someone gives you a beep, a thumbs up, and even just a smile of appreciation. This will be the motivation to continue the suffering that you will endure with ownership. Been there; done that, and, yes, I do miss it. It was quite a journey. ... View more

Just another example of auction house attempting to maintain an interest about a hobby that in a lull, what with everything going on around the world. I am certain that many knowledgeable people are aware of the price ranges for collector vehicles,  at any time. This does not make for serious reading; only for humor. Reality: whatever the buyer wants to offer.   ... View more

You are absolutely right. Buy what you want, for the enjoyment of having it. If investment is your priority, then you are a small corner of the collectible hobby. It is nice to have the money to spend, but there are some things in life that money cannot buy. There are Volkswagen Beetle owners that enjoy their "Bug" more than the owner of that 1967 Corvette "427" Coupe that is stored in a garage. Get out onto the street, with a big smile and enjoy the world around you.   ... View more

I have a 1968 Camaro coupe. It began life as a 6 cylinder, "Grandma" car: 6, 2 speed power-glide automatic; power steering; red with an all white interior. Bright, sporty looks with a convenient size body to park easily. Now it has a 350 V-8 with a little rumble, making it sound hot. Not so. With a rear end around 2:76 , it goes no where fast, but I can cruise the highway forever. "SS" emblems and hood; this Camaro, along with any other '67 - 69, will draw thumbs up where ever you may go.  Sporty looks, not like a land yacht; these models will always be popular. If bought correctly, and with minimal maintenance, they will hold their value indefinitely. Easy on the pocket book, and a smile on your face every time that you go for a drive: DOES IT GET ANY BETTER THAN THAT? ... View more