Anyone watching the auction?

oceangal · 03-28-08, 11:02 PM

I sure liked that vette pace car. I haven't been watching since the beginning but it does seem like prices are lower than the January auction - is that true? I think the Jan auction always pulls bigger numbers anyway but still...

Right now the '64 Duntov Vette sold at 100k-

Vanity Plate Bob · 03-29-08, 01:16 AM

Not wtching it real close but some beautiful cars. How about "Curly"? He must have bought 9 cars, that I noticed.
Maybe those Floridians are a little more frugal.

Vanity Plate Bob · 03-29-08, 01:20 AM

Didn't wtching my typing either.

Hey, it's 1:15AM. Past time for old fellows to be in the sack.

LittleRedFlatBack · 03-29-08, 10:15 AM

Unbelievable! I watched them run the purchase price of a 1968 small block Vette up to a little over $150,000 yesterday. I think the final bid was $152,000

I was documented very well.

JJS · 03-29-08, 11:58 AM

I've only caught glimpses since I don't get home from work 'til after 8:00 pm - I'm taping it though.

Prices are always much lower in Palm Beach for some reason. It's definitely not the circus that the one in AZ is.
I've seen some beautiful cars sold for relatively little $$$.

oceangal · 03-29-08, 02:22 PM

A 69 just went for 150k (I think that was the final bid) only 38,000 miles on it. It was a beauty.

JJS · 03-29-08, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by oceangal

A 69 just went for 150k (I think that was the final bid) only 38,000 miles on it. It was a beauty.

Please tell me it was an L88 - PLEASE!!!

LittleRedFlatBack · 03-29-08, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by JJS

Please tell me it was an L88 - PLEASE!!!

The car I described in my earlier post ($152k) was a small block car. At least that's what the announcer said.

oceangal · 03-29-08, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by JJS

Please tell me it was an L88 - PLEASE!!!

Just for you:

LotNumber	646
Year	1969
CarMake	CHEVROLET
CarModel	CORVETTE
CarStyle	COUPE
ExteriorColor	CORTEZ SILVER
Interiorcolor	TUXEDO BLACK
Cylinders	V8
Engine	427
Transmission	4-SPEED MANUAL
Summary	427/435hp Tri-power. Frame-off restoration will all numbers and date codes matching. Known to be one of the most original L71 option cars.
Description	This 1969 Chevrolet Corvette L71 coupe is painted Cortez Silver with Tuxedo Black leather interior, and with 38,000 original miles, fully documented and authenticated, numbers matching 427cid/435hp, has been rebuilt to factory specifications with the highest quality and standards. The engine has been dyno-tuned to perfection. The M21 close ratio 4-speed transmission transmits the power through the F-41suspension to the heavy duty 4:11 rear differential. With factory smog pump, extra options include factory side mount exhaust, power disc brakes, power steering, power windows, Redline tires, headrest and shoulder belts. This 1969 L71 427cid/435hp engine has gone through an extensive frame-off restoration. No expense has been spared by the craftsmen at Rout 28 Restoration, Inc. of Massachusetts. This is no doubt one of the most original and perfect 1969 L71 Corvettes you will ever find. Also comes with Protect-O-Plate, Tank Sticker, Window Sticker and books cataloging the extensive restoration.

*89x2* · 03-29-08, 09:05 PM

Bored after 5 minutes. ZZZZZZZZZzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

JJS · 03-30-08, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by *89x2*

Bored after 5 minutes. ZZZZZZZZZzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

That's probably about right for this car as much as I hate to say it. It's got the right color combo though.

Thanks for posting. -John

oceangal · 03-30-08, 07:25 PM

I for sure didn't watch 1/10 the coverage I did in Arizona. I guess its the weather and wanting to do something outdoors even if it is still cold here!

Did watch some of the Nascar race today so that filled my need for speed :-)