The Team that beat Porsche at their own game.
Taking a K3 to victory at Le Mans.
Unlike other manufacturer's that produced race cars for the road, Porsche built road cars, and as such significant work was required to make them competitive as a race or rally car.
Prodrive were able to build great Porsche rally cars, and Kremer beat the Porsche factory on the track on many occasions with their awesome design and racecraft. Here is an article by a person that once worked for them.
$1.25 Million - $1.75 Million for this Alfa Romeo at R.M Auction in 10 days
This unique SS Speciale is one to own.
Later versions of this car (Guiletta Sprint) achieved 200 km/hr from a 1290 and 1570 cc engine, using the good old Lotus ( Colin Chapman) concept, of good power (100 bhp) and very low weight. The later cars had aluminium bonnet, doors and boot. It is great to remember that way back in the 1950's, designers were achieving 200 km/hr with a 1290 cc engine.
With AU$66,574 (£38,480) paid for this 205 Gti last year, the changing of the guard is on
This mid-2017 report discusses the migration to exciting, more driveable and reliable cars from the 1990's that is now happening, with an Alpina E31 B12 also selling for AU$108,900.
As this article by Classic & Sports Finance states, European interest in the older Ferrari's and Porsche (308 GTB's and 911's) is now migrating towards cars that actually drive properly, do not require days of driving to become accustomed to, nor have large maintenance bills, and have an even greater ROI by percentage of price.
As we also all know, Europe always leads, and Australia follows............
From AU$6,000 to AU$15.5 million for this Classic Jaguar
From AU$6,000 to AU$15.5 million for this Classic Jaguar
Bernie Ecclestone was a used car dealer prior to running Formula 1 until Liberty Media took over, and this car was sold by him for AU$6,000 (£3500) when he was in his mid-twenties. Even Bernie would have never imagined that it would now be worth an estimated 257,000% more, at £9 Million (AU$15.5 Million), rising strongly as Classic Cars do. Gooding and Co will auction the car on the 19th of January.
How much did our cars rise by in 2017 ?
How did we do in 2017 ?
Have a read of our latest Blog to find out...........
DB7's now over $130,000
Aston Martin DB7's now over $130,000
It was only 30 months ago that we purchased a large number of assorted DB7's for £20,000 each ( AU$34,000). There are currently 10 DB7's for sale on Carsales.com.au, from $70,000 for the early 6 cylinder cars, up to $142,990 for an exceptional V12 Vantage Volante. Prices are on the rise in the U.K.
How things can change in a very short time.
1988 Porsche 959 available for under $2,500,000
This 1988 Porsche 959 is now available for less than AU$2,500,000
The 959 was a landmark for Porsche, being 4WD. This example was sold new in Spain, and was imported into Australia in 2015.
Scalextric hits 60 years old
Scalextric hits 60 years old
Few of us may realise that even Scalextric has reached Classic Car status. The unique electrically powered slot cars brought motor racing into the living room, and is now going from strength to strength.
Is the Effeffe Berlinetta an answer to owning a 60's style classic ?
Now that most manufacturers are re-creating cars from the past, this creation could be just the right combination.
With a 180 bhp Alfa Romeo engine, all aluminium body and independent suspension, this brand new car has a lot to offer the enthusiast.
Aston Martin heads towards a possible IPO
Aston Martin heads towards a possible IPO
Whilst a possible IPO or sale has been on the cards fro some time, it now seems closer for this iconic brand.
Porsche 928's top $100,000
Porsche 928's top $100,000
As we all know, both the Porsche 928 and the 944 have been rising in value sharply over recent months, and this lovely example has now seen them rise above the AU$100,000 mark.
The De Tomaso Pantera lives again...... with a new Lamborghini Hurracan based creation
The awesome De Tomaso Pantera Classic Car is now Reborn
Now that many, many Classic Cars from the past are now being bebuilt as "New'' or ''Reborn'' cars, it is little wonder that this 70's supercar is the next one in line. ARES design have brought this wonderful classic back to life using the Hurracan as base car.
$130,000 (£74995) for a 4 Door Range Rover..........Now even the 4 Doors are taking off.
Following on from the meteoric rise in 2 Door Range Rover Classic's, now it is the 4 door's turn.
As everyone is aware, the 2 Door Range Rover has become a very valuable jem, after Jaguar Land Rover announced that they are now restoring 2 door's for $220,000 (£135,000).
This particular example is not even a RHD model, being an original, though never registered LHD. Let us imagine what a never registered RHD would be worth !.
Why did we start purchasing Japanese cars 5 years ago ?
All of the experts were somewhat confused by our acquisition strategy, until now.
Around 5 years ago, nobody was mentioning Japanese cars in the same sentence as Classic Cars. Now that many examples have boomed, we are constantly asked if we want to sell any. Fortunately, there are 11 models still left with massive gains yet to come.
Geely Motors purchase Lotus Cars
A major announcement with extensive implications to the Classic Car Industry
This move will have a pronounced impact within the Industry. Call now to find out why, and what moves to make, as there is no time to waste.