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Auctions can be an exhilarating experience, especially when you are the highest bidder. Weekly top bargains on Cars and Bids and Bring a Trailer make it easy to find the most incredible deals available, like a 1990 Bentley Turbo R. However, you can also learn about other fantastic opportunities like the selling of vehicles from Mad Max: Fury Road.

Also, find out when celebrities like Richard Hammond send some classic cars and bikes to auction from their personal collection. Find super rare vintage cars that are some of the most expensive sold at specific events. Discover affordable options as well that won’t break the bank.

However, is it even worth it to sell your car on auction websites or buy one? What happens when you can’t pay the auctioneer? This is a great place to start to answer all those questions and more. With information on how auctions function, the different cars, and the prices, you’ll be prepared for your next auction.
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There might be more pickup trucks built on car platforms these days, but no truck currently captures the spirit of the Subaru Baja. That means the manual 2006 Baja Sport currently listed on Bring a Trailer might be in high demand.

by Matthew Skwarczek

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A Toyota 2000GT Souped by Carroll Shelby Could Sell for Millions

Right after Toyota revealed its sleek, iconic 2000GT, Carroll Shelby got three of them to turn into SCCA race cars. And now, one of those three--the very first production 2000GT--is about to hit Gooding & Co's auction block.

by Matthew Skwarczek

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Cars & Bids Bargain of the Week: 2013 Chevrolet Camaro SS 1LE

In 2013, the fifth-gen Chevrolet Camaro SS breathed new life into the 1LE, just as the 1LE turned the Camaro from a retro-style muscle car to a racetrack-prepped sports car. And now, there's a clean one listed on Cars & Bids at a true bargain-level price.

by Matthew Skwarczek

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Bring a Trailer Bargain of the Week: 1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II

A new Rolls-Royce might be extremely expensive, but a used or classic one can sometimes be surprisingly affordable. And a well-maintained example like the 1980 Silver Shadow II listed on Bring a Trailer can be a durable vintage luxury experience.

by Matthew Skwarczek

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Is a 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Really Worth $3.1 Million?

The first production 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 was sold for a whopping $3.1 million, benefitting Operation Homefront.

by Chase Bierenkoven

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by Matthew Skwarczek

Published on January 31, 2022 4:02 pm

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by Matthew Skwarczek

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Bring a Trailer Bargain of the Week: 2009 Mercedes SLK 55 AMG

The R171 Mercedes SLK isn't the sharpest convertible sports car, but it's still fun and comfortable. Plus, the V8-powered SLK 55 AMG sounds great and is still fast by modern standards. And examples like the 2009 car currently listed on Bring a Trailer are still affordable and reliable.

by Matthew Skwarczek

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by Matthew Skwarczek

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by Matthew Skwarczek

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Bring a Trailer Bargain of the Week: 1967 Ford Mustang Convertible

There are still fun, affordable classic Mustangs on the market that aren't Eleanor, Bullitt, or Shelby clones. And the 1967 Mustang convertible currently listed on Bring a Trailer is a prime example.

by Matthew Skwarczek

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by Matthew Skwarczek

Published on January 21, 2022 8:09 pm

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by Matthew Skwarczek

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by Matthew Skwarczek

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by Matthew Skwarczek

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by Matthew Skwarczek

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