Is It Better to Buy a Car Pre-Owned or New?

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For several, buying a fast and expensive car would be one of the first items on the list. But while that would seem to be a pretty easy thing to do, it’s much easier said than done, like many things.

You have a range of options open to you when it comes time to buy a car. You not only need to choose your car’s make and model, you also need to determine whether you want to purchase a new or used car.

Your choices could also be dependent on whether or not you are eligible for a loan or whether you need to pay in cash. This is a significant decision, because for the next few years, it will make a major difference to your finances. read more

Luxury SUV’s for sale from Imagine Lifestyles

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Imagine Lifestyles is known for their fleet of luxury & exotic rentals but what happens when they are done with them? Well, like any other vehicle owner we offer them for sale. Currently available is our 2016 Range Rover Supercharged Autobiography, and our Cadillac Escalade ESV.

Fully loaded Autobiography edition Land Rover Range Rover HSE. Beautiful midnight blue this Autobiography edition is a real head turner. Rear seat entertainment system includes 2 tv screens with remote controls. Soft leather interior, alcanterra upper pillars, and panoramic sunroof. Wonderful condition inside and out, one owner, Clean Carfax! read more

In Gear: Old School Bugatti EB110 GT Up for Grabs

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Bugatti EB110 GT

Bugatti fans love the all mighty Veyron, but the stuff that rolled out back in the day is just as cool to collect and experience—like the 1993 Bugatti 110 GT hitting the auction block at RM Sotheby’s soon! The flashy time capsule will be at the RM Sotheby’s auction January 28th-29th, 2016 and is anticipated to fetch between $600-$800k. Collectable car pricing varies according to many factors, and it appears that this 1993 Bugatti is on the up right now.

The 1993 Bugatti EB110 GT at a glance: read more

Far Out: Janis Joplin Porsche Goes to Auction

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Janis Joplin Porsche

While hippie music legend Janis Joplin May have squalled lyrics asking, “Lord won’t you buy me a Mercedes-Benz”, when it came time to purchase, she went for a popular Porsche. The Porsche was the car of that era for celebrities and musicians, with such curb appeal that even the self-proclaimed anti-materialistic Joplin could not resist her charms.

That psychedelic Janis Joplin Porsche is now up for auction at the RM Sotheby’s “Driven by Disruption” sale coming in December 2015.  read more

The 1960 Ferrari 250 GT SWB Berlinetta Competizione From the Pinnacle Portfolio

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Ferrari 250 GT

Previously we highlighted the upcoming Pinnacle Portfolio sale by RM Sotheby’s that is about to take place in Monterey, California. Among the coveted collection is a 1960 Ferrari 250 GT SWB Berlinetta Competizione. This Ferrari is one of the most valuable collector pieces in the world, and RM Sotheby’s has emailed us with further details.

This remarkable and rare Ferrari 250 GT underwent an extensive $650,000 restoration process prior to auction. What sum shall she fetch when the time comes? It is likely to make heads roll! Photos courtesy and © RM Sotheby’s.  read more

Extreme Collection Hitting RM Sotheby’s Auction Block Soon

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Luxury auction house RM Sotheby’s has proven to be quite the powerhouse–and they are continuing to dazzle in fashion with one of the most extensive and exciting automobile auctions looming on the horizon. Not only are the usual rare and notable vehicles lined up for action, but also the first and last Bugatti Veyron units will be sold at the same event!

The Pinnacle Portfolio will hit the RM Sotheby’s auction block on August 13th, 2015. By the time the final hammer lands, over $65 million dollars may have changed hands as well as both the first and last Bugatti Veyron models ever made. The clip above shows some of the inventory–prepare for feelings of intense envy. read more

Pre-War Aston Martin Shocks With $4.5 Million Sale

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Aston Martin Ulster

A recent Aston Martin sale at Bonham’s auction shows that the brand is perhaps a touch more valuable to collectors these days. A 1935 Aston Martin Ulster was unloaded for a staggering $4.5 million, marking the first time a pre-war example has reached numbers of that magnitude.

The Aston Martin Ulster was a racing car and this one, LM19, competed in the Ards TT race. These cars were designed with racing in mind, and made their mark at many races in the early to mid 1900s, including the Mille Miglia, Le Mans, RAC TT and the French Grand Prix. The Ulster is special because just 21 cars plus 7 team cars were built and they were incredible. There were minimal differences between a road and racing car during that era, and the Ulster packed a 1.-5-liter 4-cylinder with a single-overhead camshaft that had been used for some time by the brand. Power is flushed to a 4-speed transmission and the rolling chassis is old school aluminum. It has that signature shape that seems to attract gearheads across the globe, and would fit in perfectly among exotic car collections, especially Jay Leno’s. read more

Steve McQueen Modified Porsche Boasts Kill Switch For Rear Lights

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The last Porsche owned by legendary Steve McQueen is officially for sale, and it boasts a rather James Bond style feature: a kill switch on the dash to turn off the rear lights. The star added this modification to several of the vehicles in his fleet, and it does not require a genius to understand the purpose.


The 1976 Porsche 930 Turbo will hit the auction block August 13th, 2015 in Monterey, California. It is expected to change hands for over a million USD.

The Steve McQueen Porsche 930 Turbo at a glance: read more

Barrett-Jackson Offering Auto Care Products to Maintain that New Car Shine

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Leading auction house Barrett-Jackson is now touting a line of signature auto care products. The products include interior and exterior care, wheel and tire care, and restoration items. The Barrett-Jackson auto products seem to make perfect sense for a company synonymous with automobiles, so what took them so long to develop this brainchild?


New line of Barrett-Jackson premium auto care products emerge

Now customers buying auction items at Barrett-Jackson will have little trouble maintaining that new car scent and appearance. The products will be available in retail stores spanning across North America, including giants like Wal-Mart, Menards, Pep Boys and Home Depot. For those who prefer to do their shopping online, the products will also be sold on Amazon. Hey, at least there will not be a bidding war for them. Barrett-Jackson CEO Craig Jackson spoke of the products as follows: “We understand the importance of restoring and preserving the value of your vehicle. Whether you’re giving your car a full detail or a quick touch-up, our new line of premium auto care products is car care you can trust.” read more

Ferrari 400 Superamerica Nets $6.38 Million at RM Sotheby’s Auction

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Ferrari 400 Superamerica

The clear leader of the $60M RM Sotheby’s sale at Amelia Island was the Ferrari 400 Superamerica, which demanded a modest $6.38 million to change hands. The recent partnership between leaders RM Auctions and Sotheby’s has led to a higher standard in luxury auctions, and the total sales are certainly communicating the trend.
The clip above describes the car in full detail with some welcomed action footage.

The 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica SWB cabriolet at a glance:

  • Chassis number 1945 SA: The 3rd of 7
  • This car was the successor to the 410 Superamerica, taking the engine displacement down from 5.0 to 4.0. The healthy V12 long block produced 340 Prancing Horses.
  • 4-speed manual transmission
  • Pininfarina coachwork
  • Fully restored, matching numbers and once owned by Oscar Davis

The 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica SWB cabriolet dressed in a sinister dark green with red leather interior, two colors that typically signify a certain holiday when used together. There were quite a few more collector Ferrari cars at the sale, along with the following sale items: read more