I recently traveled to Sacramento, CA to perform an appraisal on the California born and raised 1965 Pontiac GTO. This car car was in Norther California it's entire life. It has completely original sheet metal that has never been repaired due to rust or accident. Cars with this quality of body and chassis always bring a premium, and its a great … [Read more...]
Our Recent Work
This is a partial list of some of the work we've recently preformed. Our specialty is the Appraisal and Pre Purchase Inspection of significant automobiles and motorcycles. Here's just a few examples from recent weeks. They include Corvettes, Ferrari's, Muscle Cars, Porsche, Shelby, and many others.
1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass S 442 Convertible
On a another trip to California this month, we made our to San Diego, CA to perform an appraisal and a pre sale analysis of the time capsule of the 1972 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible. This is a car that has spent all but a very short time in Southern California and is owned by it's one and only original owner. The car was very well documented … [Read more...]
1997 Land Rover Defender 90
I recently performed an appraisal on the investment grade example of a 1997 Land Rover Defender 90. This is a very high quality example that is all original in paint and finish. These vehicles have always been very popular in the market place right from new. This example is one that will continue to appreciate due to very low original miles and … [Read more...]
1940 Ford Deluxe 2 Door Sedan
I recently traveled to Northern Florida to perform and Appraisal on this wonderful 1940 Deluxe 2 Door Sedan. This is a great example what a modern built Hot Rod should be. The finish on this car was outstanding. The build quality was just as good. The interior was finished in hand stitched leather and appointed with all the convenience items found … [Read more...]
2005 Ferrari Superamerica
I recently performed an appraisal on this fantastic 2005 Ferrari Superamerica. This is a concours quality example with just over 2,000 original miles. These cars have been doing well in recent years to a hot Ferrari market and very low production. This was touted by Ferrari as the fastest production convertible in 2005 with a top speed of 199 mph, … [Read more...]
1989 Mercedes Benz 560SL
I traveled to Naples, Florida to perform a Pre Purchase Inspection and Appraisal on the very nice 1989 Mercedes Benz 560SL. This was a very low mileage, original example, that a had a good ownership and service history. The car was well represented by it's seller. I was able to inform our client of the vehicles strengths and flaws and help him make … [Read more...]
1967 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe 327 L79 350 HP
I recently performed a Pre Purchase Inspection on this very nice 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe with a L79 350 HP 327 engine. This was nicely equipped car that factory AC, leather, power brakes, and power steering. The car was a very nice, driver quality example that had a great body and original driveline. I helped my client put a deal together. … [Read more...]
1963 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe L76 327 340HP
I attended the May Mecum Auction Spring Classic event in Indianapolis, Indiana. I performed an auction Pre Purchase / Bid Inspection and Appraisal on this 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe. This Corvette was a 340 horsepower car that had recently finished a restoration performed by its owner. The car was a nice driver-quality car, fitted … [Read more...]
1969 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS 396
I headed to north to Canada to perform a Pre Purchase Inspection on this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS 396 in Ottawa, ON. This was an original SS/RS that had an engine replacement at some time in its life. It was a decent car with really no major issues, however it was a complete restoration away from being a top quality example. This was a bit below … [Read more...]
2012 Mercedes Benz E350 Cabriolet
I recently handled a Diminished Value Appraisal for client of State Farm Insurance that was rear ended in an accident. The State Farm agent had called us assist their client in indemnifying the loss due to the accident. This was a vehicle that had major panel replacement, evidence of paint and repair work, and of course of vehicle history report … [Read more...]
