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🚗 Lights, Camera, Cars: Iconic Movie Rides and Auction Picks

PLUS: 📊 Hemmings Poll Results, 🤑 Deal of the Day, and 📰 Vroomy Reads

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Sam Gold
May 09, 2023

The Daily Vroom

Welcome to the Tuesday edition of The Daily Vroom – your sleek and sophisticated destination for the latest online auction news, trends, and insights on both collector and modern cars. Let's dive into the automotive world together!

Here's what we've got for you today:

  • 📊 Hemmings poll results

  • 👀 The best movie cars

  • 🤑 Sale of the day - it’s a big one!!

  • 🚘 Awesome cars up for auction

  • 📰 Vroomy reads

HEMMINGS RESULTS

Last week, I posed a question to the masses and oh boy, did I receive a plethora of responses!

Let's dive into the juicy results:

60% of you answered "No - there are better options out there."

Honestly, I was expecting the 'No' vote to be higher, but it seems that 40% of you are still die-hard fans of the brand that's been around since 1954!

Just imagine the possibilities if they put more effort into their website, marketing, and overall brand love. The sky's the limit!

Now, let's talk about the feedback I received - it's just as intriguing as the results themselves

Pop up ads kill the experience of Hemmings. I have an ad blocker and they told me to get rid of the ad blocker to view their site...

I unsubscribed instead. P*ss on them!!

I tried Hemmings Auction two years ago and didn’t have a good experience so put them on the back burner in favor of AutoHunter for my American classics. Recently I had a concours level Buick I tried to list with BAT and based on their reserve number, they clearly didn’t understand the car or simply didn’t want it. With Autohunter now seeming somewhat unfocused, I tried Hemmings again and had a much better experience than before and will use them again for certain American Classic cars that don’t fit the BAT market.

Hemmings has always seemed like a high-end house, but it appears that it's been left behind by other auction sites that have ultra high-end offerings. Unfortunately, Hemmings has relegated itself to an also-ran.

I have sold a number of cars on BringATrailer, batting 100%. I also had a 1945 American Luxury Car that I didn't believe BringATrailer was the best Audience for it. I put it on Hemmings Auction and it had good activity and bidding and it Sold slightly above Reserve Price. Old school cars may work at "old school" Hemmings.

I really really think Hemmings have a chance here to climb the ladder of online auction success. They have the brand recognition.

Imagine they made the changes I suggested here, plus some other fine tuning. If they then created an all singing and dancing relaunch of the website, I’m pretty sure their numbers would increase dramatically.

They have 219,000 subscribers to their magazine which is a FREE marketing tool for them. At the moment, they let their competition advertise in it, this is madness.

HISTORICAL MOVIE CARS

Few things stir our hearts and imagination like the iconic cars that grace the silver screen, bringing an extra dimension to the magic of cinema. These beloved vehicles serve as powerful symbols of freedom, power, and adventure, resonating with audiences for generations.

Take the General Lee, for example, a fiery orange 1969 Dodge Charger from The Dukes of Hazzard. More than just a car, it became an emblem of the Duke boys' never-ending battle against the corrupt forces of Hazzard County, and a symbol of rebellion and independence that captured the spirit of a generation.

Similarly, Back to the Future's time-traveling DeLorean, with its gull-wing doors and futuristic design, took audiences on a thrilling ride through the decades, embodying the boundless potential of human creativity.

Meanwhile, the Ghostbusters' Ecto-1, a modified 1959 Cadillac Miller-Meteor ambulance, symbolized the power of teamwork and friendship, providing a quirky and lovable character that reminded us of the importance of working together to overcome obstacles.

The A-Team's GMC Vandura, a rolling command center for the team of renegade soldiers, was a visual representation of unity and resourcefulness in the face of adversity, cementing its place as an enduring symbol of camaraderie.

And who can forget the sleek and elegant 1986 Ferrari Testarossa from Miami Vice? With its unforgettable white exterior, this car captured the glamour and luxury of the 1980s, and the essence of the show's iconic setting.

The red 1979 Ferrari 308 GTS driven by Thomas Magnum in Magnum P.I. exuded charm and charisma, representing both the exotic locale of Hawaii and the adventurous spirit of its protagonist, and forever connecting it to a sense of thrill and excitement.

Lastly, Knight Rider's KITT, an artificially intelligent 1982 Pontiac Trans Am, was an impressive piece of technology and a symbol of trust and friendship. It captivated audiences with its futuristic capabilities and unwavering loyalty to its driver, reminding us that even in a high-tech world, human connection still matters.

These iconic cars have become an integral part of cinematic history, leaving an indelible mark on our hearts and imaginations, and inspiring us to chase after adventure and possibility.

Would you like to read more content like this or shall I stick 100% to the auctions?

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SALE OF THE DAY

This 1998 Nissan Skyline (R33) GT-R Nismo 400R was just sold on Collecting Cars for a whopping sale price of £701,400:

🚗 An exceptionally rare and highly sought-after JDM icon, presented in excellent condition, and boasting particular significance as the very last one built.

🚀 The car is powered by a twin-turbocharged 2.8-litre RB-X GT2 straight-six, producing up to 400hp and 346lb-ft of torque, driving all four wheels through a five-speed manual transmission. It can sprint from 0-60mph in just 4.0 seconds, with a top speed of 186mph.

🔧 Built by Nissan Motorsport (more commonly known simply as Nismo), the 400R was not simply a more powerful R33 GT-R. It features an upgraded engine, braking system, and chassis.

🎨 This particular Nismo 400R is finished in rare Deep Marine Blue, with the correct Nismo vinyl white stripes along the flanks. It rides on 18-inch forged Nismo LM-GT1 wheels by RAYS Engineering, wrapped in Yokohama S-drive tyres.

📈 The odometer shows 61,868 km (38,436 miles), which is supported by a comprehensive service history from new.

💰 The car attracted 179 bids and over 38,000 views, selling for a price of £701,400. ($885,000)

👀 The Nissan Skyline R33 GT-R Nismo 400R is a coveted 1990s JDM performance hero, and one which is also astonishingly rare with just 40 understood to have been built.

CARS UP FOR AUCTION

Here are some cars you might have missed that are ending in the next week.

Underneath each picture you will see the name of the car. If you click on the name it will take you directly to the auction.

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