Which of these three music-inspiring cars appreciated most?
For years, musicians have written great songs about the open road and the vehicles that follow the white lines around the bend.
And, naturally, sentimental collectors want the cars that remind them of those songs.
On a recent episode of CNBC’s “Jay Leno’s Garage,” world-renowned auto appraiser (and trained opera singer) Donald Osborne met with Jay Leno to look at three cars, each of which once functioned as inspiration, to see which one has appreciated best.
With three months to go before the show opens its doors, the event organisers are scouring the globe to find the world’s most desirable classics under the 10 headings: saloon, coupé, convertible, sports car, supercar, hatchback, shooting brake or woodie, sports racer, single-seater and aerodynamic pioneer or streamliner.
“Nationals” implies the cars within are the best in the country, and in this case it that seemed true. Entries came from all over North America, and they were top notch. Most are reference-grade quality, a great place to find out how your car should look when properly restored.
Can investing in classic cars drive decent returns?
Classic cars have obvious aesthetic appeal, but what about looking at them in terms of an investment?
It’s a question that divides the investment world. Those in favour argue the value of rare automobiles will increase (and all returns are free of capital gains Ttx); those against insist it’s difficult to generate a decent return.
Next in our show room is this spotless 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle SS! This Chevelle was bought right here in Michigan in 2010, after almost 3 years of work the restoration was finally completed in 2012. Although the previous owner bought it in Michigan it came to us from right under our nose in Ohio. Under the hood is a 396ci #V8 tied to a 4- speed manual Muncie transmission. A cool thing about this car is the Performer RPM Top end kit that is on ...
1966 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE SS Vin: 138176Z141063 Next in our show room is this spotless 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle SS! This Chevelle was bought right here in Michigan in 2010, after almost 3 years of work the restoration was finally completed in 2012. Although the previous owner bought it in Michigan it c...
A must see 2-owner 1968 Ford Torino GT, equipped with a 390 #V8 335hp motor, C-6 automatic transmission, power steering, #power brakes, #original A/C car, but not all parts are there, almost flawless interior, new 600 Holly Carb, recent motor rebuild with receipts. This car is documented with window stickers, invoice and a copy of the original title. #GT #HollyCarb #FordTorino #steering ...
A must see 2-owner 1968 Ford Torino GT, equipped with a 390 V8 335hp motor, C-6 automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, original A/C car, but not all parts are there, almost flawless interior, new 600 Holly Carb, recent motor rebuild with receipts. This car is documented with window st...
The original Z/28s were far more than just a striped Camaro, as they featured a high-revving 302, tuned suspension, better brakes, and much more... #ChevroletCamaro ...