RM Auctions (USA) Update

Our two-day Hershey sale starts on Thursday, 9 October, with a lineup that includes boats, horse-drawn carriages, two collections from esteemed enthusiasts, and a number of other very rare vehicles. This event is held in conjunction with the AACA Eastern Fall Meet and features a relaxed atmosphere and variety of consignments, making it a not-to-be-missed event.   (Above, left) John Moir’s A-Z Collection is unique, as it the first collection we have heard of that consists of 26 motor cars of marques that span every letter of the alphabet. When Mr. Moir’s late wife noted that he had cars that represented A, B, and C, she said, “Since you have those, you might as well finish the alphabet.” Mr. Moir’s love of unique vehicles is on full display at our Hershey auction, with well-known makes like Ford, Lancia, and Rolls-Royce sharing the spotlight with Brasier, Jowett, Orient, Unic, and Zebra. (Above, right) Jeffrey Day’s collection may not have a Zoe or Zebra, but through years of completing renowned horse-drawn carriage restorations, his attention to detail and love of American classics helped expand his fleet with some of the most sought-after examples, including a 1957 Ford Thunderbird ‘F-Code’, a 1956 Ford Fairlane Crown Victoria Skyliner ‘Glass Top’, and an immaculate 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air Impala Sport Coupe. For those who collect horse-drawn vehicles, a stunning 1860 Abbott-Downing Stagecoach should prove most desirable, with Day saying, “This is a larger coach than others, and it has rooftop seating. It is outfitted with its original lamps, pole, and leader bars, as well as its original strongbox inside.”   "Special" is used quite often in this industry, but sometimes the word really does apply to a remarkable car. This 1930 Cadillac V-16 Roadster by Fleetwood has had two owners from new, with the last title change in 1933, and it has been a cherished member of the John Moir family for more than 80 years. I consider it to be one of the most special V-16 Roadsters to ever come to auction. This car's provenance is unrivalled, as it is complete with its original build sheet, documentation of its early life spent in Worcester, Massachusetts, in the care of the Whittall family, and numerous historic photographs. It features an older, authentic restoration and still presents beautifully in its original colors. Even without its compelling history, this particular car would be among the most desirable V-16 Roadsters available. To become just the third owner would truly be a special opportunity.   The selection at Hershey is too extensive to cover here in the detail required, so please take a look at the lot listing at the bottom of this e-mail. You're also able to browse vehicles directly from our website, where each lot is complete with full catalogue descriptions and photos. Supporting every Hershey consignment is our on-site vehicle history and parts library, known as Access the Knowledge. We encourage you to visit the library, as it offers the opportunity to browse the documentation, parts, and history files of each consignment. If you can't make it to the auction and require more information, please don't hesitate to contact our Client Services team. During the event, we'll be live on Twitter to answer questions and post results. You don't need to sign up to view our updates, as they will be updating live below the auction video feed on our website. Click here to follow the auction live on rmauctions.com. After Hershey, we have the pleasure of offering the Sam Pack Five Star Collection, with the sale preview on Friday, November 14 and auction on Saturday, November 15. Pack is a respected car collector and celebrated Texas businessman, and is auctioning 130 vehicles from his collection. “I’ve had a love affair with cars since I was a teenager. It’s in my DNA,” says Pack. “Fortunately, for me, it’s continued through my professional and business career. It’s a passion shared and supported by my family, they get as much joy out of the cars as I do.” Click here to view the lots offered, or click on the cover to the right to read the digital catalogue.   AUCTION HIGHLIGHTS Lot 257 1905 FIAT 60 HP Five-Passenger Tourer by Quinby & Co. Lot 152 1896 Armstrong Phaeton Lot 258 1933 Chrysler CL Imperial Dual-Windshield Phaeton by LeBaron Lot 145 1930 Cadillac V-16 Sport Phaeton by Fleetwood Lot 140 1958 AC Ace-Bristol Lot 264 1941 Chris-Craft 27' Model 115 Custom Runabout "Runaway Jane" Lot 160 1915 Stanley Model 820 12-Passenger Mountain Wagon Lot 175 1935 Auburn Eight Supercharged Cabriolet Lot 138 1950 AC 2-Litre Sports Tourer by Buckland Lot 170 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 S Cabriolet Lot 259 1934 Packard Eight Coupe Roadster Lot 147 1937 Lincoln Model K Two-Window Berline by Judkins Lot 137 1938 AC 16/70 Drophead Coupe Lot 241 1957 Ford Thunderbird 'E-Code' Lot 277 1954 Packard Caribbean Convertible Lot 144 1908 Stanley Model H-5 Gentleman's Speedy Roadster Lot 178 1908 Baker Electric Model V Victoria Lot 263 1952 Allard K2 Roadster Lot 115 1901 International Charette Double Phaeton Lot 248 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 'Cobra Jet' Lot 242 1800s H.D. Abel Ice Wagon Lot 133 1984 Zoe Zipper