At Mecum AZ today

Discussion in 'The Bench' started by cjp69, Mar 15, 2019.

  1. Mike Sobotka

    Mike Sobotka Founders Club Member

  2. ginpolejumper

    ginpolejumper Founders Club Member

  3. ginpolejumper

    ginpolejumper Founders Club Member

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  4. George D.

    George D. Platinum Level Contributor

    Mike N- ginpole... that’s your 70 4 speed that Guirese (?) sold, Mike s 72 that just sold and the red 69 stage auto that mike s still has... nice collection!!!
     
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  5. ginpolejumper

    ginpolejumper Founders Club Member

    Yes, picture taken about 4 years ago. I was finishing the red 69. 3 nice cars.
     
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  6. ginpolejumper

    ginpolejumper Founders Club Member

    More fun
     

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  10. wovenweb

    wovenweb Platinum Level Contributor

    Keep in mind that the sold prices include buyer's premium.
     
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  11. Mike Sobotka

    Mike Sobotka Founders Club Member

    Yes. Top bid on Crystal blue was 40, I would have let it go at 42. Guess they should have spent another minute on it.
     
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  12. 442w30

    442w30 Well-Known Member

    Hey, Mike, nice to meet ya! And nice to put a face to the v8Buick signature! :)
     
  13. dl7265

    dl7265 No car then Mopar

    Interesting . Mecum used to charge 7% & not include with the listed sold price like B/J.

    DL
     
  14. Direct Enclosed Transport

    Direct Enclosed Transport Direct Enclosed Transport

    Some folks think they need to buy what they are told to ....

    Stock Olds 442 - Buicks - Pontiacs all outperform the same period Stock Moparts cars.

    Plus they are more fun to drive.


    Jim
     
  15. ctauto

    ctauto Well-Known Member

    Auctions are always a "Crap Shoot" and expensive for both the seller and buyer.
    I've sold dozens of cars at auction and even set a record price at one..
    Preparation and making yourself available to all prospective buyers is critical !
    I always stand on the podium with the auctioneer , they know your reserve.
    As a seller you have to know when the "real money stops"
    Then and only then can you make a decision to push it or make a deal...
    Auctions want to sell your car and will make every effort to do so !
    I've seen a few "short hammers " and most were from unrealistic sellers.
    Auctions are hard work and certainly not for everyone but they do have there place in our hobby.
    Mopars will always be strong ! It's all about the marketing , both in the day and now.
    The names alone :
    Hemi ,Six pac, pistol grip, colors like "plum crazy" ect. worked then and still work now !'
    No doubt, the G.M s cars drive better, but you have to admit the Mopars have
    that special "allure"
    The GSX and GTO JUDGE are just a play out of the Mopar " play book" and do very well at auction .
    I just play around and restore vintage cars for fun, make money on some, loose money on others!
    After all .. It's just a hobby, keeps me out of the bars and gives me a feeling of accomplishment .
    Best regards to all!
     
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  16. BYoung

    BYoung Stage me

    Replay is on NBCSN now on the east coast and the Buicks will be up in just a few.
     
  17. gs66

    gs66 Silver Level contributor

    Yes, I got to see it tonight. The Buicks looked great on TV!
     
  18. Lee Bacon

    Lee Bacon Well-Known Member

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  19. wovenweb

    wovenweb Platinum Level Contributor

    Dang, that means I was on TV...
     
  20. Mike Sobotka

    Mike Sobotka Founders Club Member

    Just watched this. Live Feed froze at the Buicks naturally. WTF!!!???
     

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