View Full Version : Hemi Convertible buyers at Mecum auction in FL.
Luvchevs
02-08-2016, 08:39 PM
Just wondering who the buyers were of the big $ cars at the auction in Florida? Thought maybe you guys here might shed some light? The Brothers Collection pick them all up?
Dave
Charley Lillard
02-08-2016, 10:30 PM
Brothers Collection bought the yellow 70
Big Bob B. bought the White 71
Not at Liberty to say on the green Challenger but a new name in the circle of collectors, at least to me.
black69
02-08-2016, 10:44 PM
I think with a name like 'the brothers collection', they need to buy some 'different kinds of rides' to go along with the hemis. Please dont kick me off the board, I just had to get it off my chest...
I know they got the best cars and watched all the videos of their stuff...but maybe add something infront of brothers? Like we got 2 brothers beer here in chicago (can you imagine 'the brothers beer'?)...are these 2 guys, or 3? Please save me from cracking up everytime.
Luvchevs
02-08-2016, 11:59 PM
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Charley Lillard</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Brothers Collection bought the yellow 70
Big Bob B. bought the White 71
Not at Liberty to say on the green Challenger but a new name in the circle of collectors, at least to me.
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Thanks Charlie.
I was half expecting the brothers to snap up the 2 TA convertibles? Are all 8 cars still alive and well?
It sure would be nice to see the brothers open a museum so the public could view their magnificent collection. If they ever decide to quit the hobby like Ron Pratt imagine that auction!
Who is Big Bob B? Excuse my ignorance.
I did notice a guy with a big belly bidding on a lot of the high dollar mopars.
Do you know who bought the Green Coronet vert? It is a striking colour combo!
Dave
Charley Lillard
02-09-2016, 12:49 AM
All 8 TA converts exist. The long missing one has been found and is being restored. Maybe it will show up at the next MCACN.The Brother's had interest in the two TA verts but not at the asking prices. The Brother's Collection is working on the Museum right now. The plan is for it to be semi open to the public, like some weekends and for charity events etc. It is a huge task.
Bob B is a friend and is a big guy, not rotund, just big.
I think Steve Fox got the Coronet.
Luvchevs
02-09-2016, 01:18 PM
Thanks for the detailed response Charlie!
It is hard to believe all 8 TA's have survived 40 plus years.
I hope the Museum happens, that would be awesome! Where would it be, California?
I really want to make it to the MCACN one day, I would have loved to have seen all those E body Hemi Verts together!
I did see the video of the gathering on the Muscle Car of the Week website, almost as good as being there!
Bob , Steve Fox names I haven't come across before. Hopefully these are guys achieving a long time goal of buying the car of their dreams!
Dave
bashton
02-10-2016, 10:02 PM
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Luvchevs</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Thanks for the detailed response Charlie!
It is hard to believe all 8 TA's have survived 40 plus years.
I hope the Museum happens, that would be awesome! Where would it be, California?
I really want to make it to the MCACN one day, I would have loved to have seen all those E body Hemi Verts together!
I did see the video of the gathering on the Muscle Car of the Week website, almost as good as being there!
Bob , Steve Fox names I haven't come across before. Hopefully these are guys achieving a long time goal of buying the car of their dreams!
Dave
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Well let me give you another reason to join us in the Chicago area for the upcoming MCACN show, which will take place November 19-20.
The recently found and long thought to be lost 8th '69 Trans Am convertible will be unveiled after an extensive restoration by Scott Tieman and the Supercar Specialties crew in Michigan, (taking place right now!) this year. We are truly honored to be chosen to be the place this pinnacle car will be shown for the <span style="font-style: italic">very first time</span> at our show.
Bashton
That means that ALL EIGHT of the original Trans Am convertibles will be MCACN alumnus!
Bashton
Craig_Maiorana
02-10-2016, 10:46 PM
I do plan on getting out to MCACN also ... Unfortunately its the same weekend as the street car super nationals in vegas. I do believe the wife and I will try and get there one of these years.
njsteve
02-11-2016, 04:03 PM
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Luvchevs</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
...Steve Fox names I haven't come across before.
Dave
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As far as I know, Steve Fox still owns my old 1971 440 Six barrel 4-speed Cuda ragtop. I sold it back in 1986 after I restored it it. Real billboard car, born with engine, and two tags full of options. I found it in Miami. I still have the entire restoration photo album for the car.
(before and after)
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/02/full-1359-39070-6pkcuda.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/02/full-1359-39071-6pkcuda2.jpg
markinnaples
02-11-2016, 04:26 PM
Good grief that is a beautiful Cuda, whew.
Charley Lillard
02-11-2016, 05:33 PM
I think Big Bob owns that one now also.
Luvchevs
02-11-2016, 06:50 PM
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: njsteve</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Luvchevs</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
...Steve Fox names I haven't come across before.
Dave
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As far as I know, Steve Fox still owns my old 1971 440 Six barrel 4-speed Cuda ragtop. I sold it back in 1986 after I restored it it. Real billboard car, born with engine, and two tags full of options. I found it in Miami. I still have the entire restoration photo album for the car.
(before and after)
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/02/full-1359-39070-6pkcuda.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/02/full-1359-39071-6pkcuda2.jpg
BEAUTIFUL car! You sure have owned some magnificent cars! Bet you wish you had them all today to sell for the $ they are bringing!
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How many brothers own the Brothers collection?
Billohio
02-11-2016, 08:23 PM
gorgeous
DW31S
02-11-2016, 08:32 PM
Who bought the green 6-pack convertible?
Luvchevs
02-11-2016, 11:11 PM
Not sure which car you are referring to?
Luvchevs
02-11-2016, 11:13 PM
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Charley Lillard</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I think Big Bob owns that one now also. </div></div>
Maybe you should start calling him Cuda Bob? LOL
Charley Lillard
02-11-2016, 11:20 PM
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Mr70</div><div class="ubbcode-body">How many brothers own the Brothers collection? </div></div>
Two..
Luvchevs
02-11-2016, 11:29 PM
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Charley Lillard</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Mr70</div><div class="ubbcode-body">How many brothers own the Brothers collection? </div></div>
Two.. </div></div>
They looking to adopt a third?
Maybe the Koch Brothers? They definitely have the $ for it with a combined net worth of approx $80 Billion!
70-SS/RS-L78
02-14-2016, 07:24 AM
WOW Steve that 71 CUDA is Absolutely Gorgeous, Elastic Bumpers, Upper turn signals markers, Shaker, Rear Spoiler, Billboard and I can only imagine the options you cant see in the picture. Whoever ordered that car just started checking off the option sheet till the pen ran out of ink… Beautiful Car….
Mark
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