Barrett Jackson

Bob, his brother, Walter, and Rose's cousin Richard Peine, went to the Barrett Jackson auto auction. They just went to look and did not buy anything. Later Bob learned that a 1976 Mercedes 450 SEL originally owned by Doris Day sold for approximately $8,500. It might have been the Mercedes you can see directly to the rear of the little green roadster. He was a bit disappointed because he could have bought that car. Many of the collector cars were auctioned for over $100,000. Maybe next year Bob can buy something at the auction. We all kept saying, "If only I had kept my...(fill in the blank)." If you double click on the photos they should enlarge so you can see the vehicles better.

It was a real treat to inspect the many cars with Richard Peine because he owned several Corvettes in the 1960's and 1970's. He also worked as a mechanic on hundreds of cars that were similar to those now being auctioned. He could recognize the motors and carburetors on the allegedly original cars and would point out where the original equipment was missing. Richard is standing in front of a black Stingray which is similar but not quite as nice as the one he once owned.

If you ever have a few hundred thousand dollars burning a hole in your pocket and want to buy a collector car, Bob will be happy to accompany you to the next Barrett Jackson in Scottsdale. It will be a lot of fun.