I’ve always noticed that these rare, high-end cars tend to get snapped up toward the end of the week. Psychologically, it feels like buyers in the top tier are more inclined to pull the trigger on a big purchase when their week is wrapping up. Maybe it's that sense of closure or finality, versus earlier in the week when they might think, "Let's see what else comes up." It doesn’t totally add up when you break it down, but then again, do many of the purchases we see really make sense?

Here we're looking at a super rare 2022 Ford GT Alan Mann Heritage Edition, and it's already hit the million-dollar mark. This is the first time a car like this has shown up in an online auction, so the big question is—how much higher will it go?

With an MSRP of $769K, we’re already seeing a nice premium, but you’ve got to wonder how much more the seller wants. The car’s only got 13 miles on it, so it’s basically a time capsule, untouched since delivery, and that makes it collector-grade for sure.

But here’s the thing—are you buying this to drive or just to look at? Because let’s be honest, most owners of these heritage GTs are keeping them in the wrapper. It’s gorgeous, no doubt, but I’d love to see someone actually tear off the plastic and take it for a proper rip.

This one’s going to attract deep-pocketed collectors, but the real excitement is in seeing just how high it will climb in the last few hours.

This 2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS is a prime example of why the GT2 RS is considered a beast on the road. With only 500 of these built, it’s the ultimate blend of Porsche engineering and raw power. The 3.6-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six pumps out a ridiculous 620 horsepower, and at just over 3,000 pounds, it’s an absolute missile. It’s finished in a sleek gray over black, carbon fiber accents everywhere, and it even comes with the factory roll cage—because, let’s face it, this car is track-ready from the get-go.

The driving experience… You’d better be ready to hang on. With rear-wheel drive and a six-speed manual transmission, this is a purist's dream, and the fact that it's a GT2 RS adds that extra layer of exclusivity.

Honestly, these don’t come up often, and when they do, they command attention—and money. It’s Porsche at its most unfiltered, a car that doesn’t ask for compromise. This one’s a stunner, no doubt, and a proper thrill for the buyer who's looking for something a little wild.

I’ve been getting tons of requests asking which platforms are really moving cars and what kind of revenue they’re pulling in. It seems like everyone’s curious about the money these platforms are making. I’ll definitely dive into that with a dedicated post on revenue at a later date. In the meantime, here’s some overall stats for last month on Cars & Bids.

Having numbers on their own doesn’t tell the full story—you need something to compare them against. So here we go. When you look at the numbers from September 2023 (below) you can clearly see the median and average price for the 3 Series have gone up this past September compared to 2023 September. Meanwhile, the A4 is holding steady, no major swings there. But when it comes to the 5 Series, prices have dropped on Cars & Bids in September 2024

Alright, let’s break down why this stunning 1961 Chevrolet Impala “Double Bubble” didn’t hit the mark. It’s easy to be blown away by the craftsmanship and attention to detail—this thing was a Ridler finalist, and it shows. But despite all that, the bids capped at $160,000, well below what anyone expected for a car that reportedly cost $1.4 to $1.5 million to build.

So what gives? For starters, this is a highly niche car. We’re talking about a wagon conversion—a two-door shooting brake style—that, while visually striking, probably doesn’t scream mass appeal. As some of the comments pointed out, this isn’t a daily driver; it's more of a “look at me” piece for a collection or a show floor. That limits the buyer pool to the ultra-specific collector crowd.

Another factor could be the whole "show car, not a go car" vibe. This thing might be beautiful to look at, but for some buyers, the question becomes—what do you do with it? As one commenter said, it’s like having a stunning wife you only get to hold hands with once a month. Some folks just want a car they can drive and enjoy, not one they’re afraid to put miles on.

Let’s not ignore the elephant in the room—the market for these high-end, heavily modified customs is always tricky. The build cost is irrelevant to most buyers because they see it as a sunk cost. It doesn’t matter if it cost $1.5 million to create if no one is willing to pay close to that today. Cars like this often come with a “curse of the builder”—it’s nearly impossible to recoup those costs on resale.

At the end of the day, while the “Double Bubble” is a masterpiece, the buyer pool just wasn’t there, and the price ceiling was set way before the auction even started. The comments were full of admiration, but admiration doesn’t always turn into bids. I wouldn’t be surprised if this car finds its new home in a private deal post-auction—where the right buyer can step in without the public pressure of an auction timer ticking down.

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