A Big Year Ahead
Mecum Opens With a Giant Auction
Mecum Auctions is set to smash another one of its own records as they offer the largest selection of collector cars in the world from January 18-27. Thousands of vehicles will pour in to Kissimmee, Florida, at Osceola Heritage Park for the unparalleled... more
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Larry Jewett - January 01, 2013 08:41 AM - Comments
Vintage California Plates
Legacy License Plates Available for Pre-Order January 1
The California Department of Motor Vehicles announced today it will be taking pre-orders for a new License Plate Program offering vehicle owners the opportunity to purchase replicas of California license plate designs issued in the 1950’s, 1960’s, and 1970’s.... more
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Andy Bolig - December 27, 2012 03:53 PM - Comments
That Explains A Lot
where did all the gas go?
Old Man Winter has secured his grip over most of the nation, which has driven many enthusiasts deep into their workshops and garages.... more
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Andy Bolig - December 27, 2012 10:00 AM - Comments
Support Continues
Backing for America's Car Museum
State Farm is there…again. LeMay – America’s Car Museum (ACM) today announced it has finalized an agreement retaining State Farm, the museum’s largest and longest-running corporate supporter, as presenting sponsor through... more
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Larry Jewett - December 27, 2012 08:13 AM - Comments
Shelby Tribute
January Event at Petersen
Few names are as tightly interwoven with American car culture as Carroll Shelby. Father to the Shelby Cobras and Shelby Mustangs, Shelby was also a notable race driver with roots in the Grand Touring World Championships and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. His... more
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Larry Jewett - December 27, 2012 08:09 AM - Comments
Voices From the Tower
Special DVD Coming in 2013
Traci Hrudka, chairman of the Quarter Mile Foundation. has announced the Foundation has begun production of a special, introductory volume DVD for the PROJECT 1320 documentary, titled “Voices from the Tower.” Ms. Hrudka stated, “There... more
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Larry Jewett - December 27, 2012 08:03 AM - Comments
Fixed, By A Nose
Two Dozen Front End Tech Tips
Working on a vintage automotive project (restoration or otherwise) can become downright trying — particularly if you’re forced to do something several times over just to get it right, or if you have to eventually pay someone big dollars to get it right for you.... more
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Wayne Scraba - December 20, 2012 10:00 AM - Comments
Enthusiastic Reading
Great study for those long, cold winter nights
We’ve compiled a list of our top 21 reading materials for the auto enthusiast.... more
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Andy Bolig - December 20, 2012 10:00 AM - Comments
Kansas City Stars
Mecum Wraps Record Year
Mecum Auctions’ most recent collector car auction in Kansas City, Missouri, topped off a great year. The event brought $11.5 million in sales, boosted the year’s total to near the coveted $300 million mark. With 520 lots sold at the... more
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Larry Jewett - December 18, 2012 04:30 PM - Comments