The Daily Vroom

Welcome to the Friday edition of The Daily Vroom, your one-stop-shop for collector and modern car online auction news, trends, and insights.

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

• 💰 Big sales from yesterday

• 🇬🇧 UK watch

• 🦄 Unique & special cars up for auction

• 🇮🇹 Gorgeous Italian Alfa

APRIL 13TH SALES

Thursday seems to be (I need to analyse the data) the day when the most expensive cars of the week get sold. We had three $500,000+ cars sold in one day and on one website! Bring A Trailer bringing the heat🔥

With 120+ sales yesterday across 10+ websites, the clear market leader was yet again Bring A Trailer with 72 sales. Their nearest, and I say nearest in the broadest sense of term was Cars & Bids who sold 23 cars.

What is it going to take for any company to get close to the volume of BaT?

For those of you that have never heard or seen the Lexus LFA this rare gem in the automotive world is a symphony of luxury, power, and finesse. This Japanese masterpiece, both sophisticated and playful, invites you to indulge in an unforgettable driving experience that will leave you breathless, yet yearning for more.

This was a NO RESERVE sale and in my opinion an absolute STEAL.

Following on from yesterday's post where we saw the interesting competitive landscape in the U.K., I thought I'd follow up and show you some daily stats from the three main U.K. websites.

A point I left off yesterdays post, is that according to my latest information, Collecting Cars are the only one of the three who want to 'break into' the US market, whilst the other two are more than content with the U.K. & Europe. Based on that little tidbit of information, I cannot wait to see how these three or maybe two (see below) will continue to compete.

Volume wise the numbers do seem close. However when you delve a little deeper, which I always love doing, Collecting Cars had 50% of their sales with car values at well over $50,000. Car & Classic only sold one car, the 1964 Amphicar 770 for over $50,000.

As for The Market, they also only sold one car, the 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche for over $50,000. My hunch is that The Market is not going to be a long-term competitor for either Collecting Cars or Car & Classic.

As always, I'll be keeping a close eye on the friendly competition between the three. As of now of the three U.K. companies, Collecting Cars are the closest to competing with market leader Bring A Trailer in terms of bringing in the 💰.

UNIQUE & SPECIAL CARS UP FOR AUCTION

Elegant, powerful, and meticulously maintained, this 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia DCT up for auction is a dazzling example of Italian automotive artistry. Finished in the captivating Bianco Avus paintwork and boasting a rich history, this modern classic beckons you to become its next proud owner.

• Introduction

  • 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia DCT

  • Current bid over $75,000

  • Full, comprehensive service history

  • 52,239 miles from new

  • Designed by Pininfarina

• Features

  • Naturally aspirated 4.5-litre V8 engine

  • Seven-speed DCT twin-clutch transmission

  • Options including nose lift and carbon seats

  • Stunning Bianco Avus paintwork with Nero contrast roof

• Other Details

  • First registered in May 2012

  • Complete with three keys and current V5c

  • Full service record – HR Owen to 2021, JCT600 in 2022

In summary, this 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia DCT is an exquisite piece of automotive history, with its timeless design and thrilling performance. It is a well-cared-for example of a rapidly appreciating modern Ferrari. Don't miss your chance to add this iconic, purebred Italian stallion to your stable.

If you're a big fan of Italian cars like me then you're gonna love this 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Super Sport Cabriolet by Pinin Farina 🚗💃

Auction platform: Bring A Trailer

Current bid: $128,000

Time remaining: 3 days

Key Details:

• Chassis: 915692

• Engine: Replacement 2,443cc Super Sport DOHC Inline-Six

• Transmission: Four-Speed Manual

• Coachwork: Cabriolet by Pinin Farina

• Color: Dark Blue Paint, Spanish Red Leather Upholstery, Black Convertible Top

• Awards: Pebble Beach & Hillsborough Award Winner

• Location: Thousand Oaks, California

Feast your eyes on this sophisticated yet playful 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Super Sport Cabriolet, dressed to impress in dark blue paint and Spanish Red leather upholstery. Designed by the renowned Pinin Farina, this rare gem is one of approximately 458 Super Sports built between 1939 and 1951, and among just 63 post-war SS cabriolets.

The car is powered by a replacement 2,443cc Super Sport DOHC inline-six engine, breathing life through triple Weber 36 DO2 carburetors and paired with a four-speed manual transmission. It features chrome 17" wire wheels, hydraulic drum brakes, and four-wheel independent suspension.

Refurbished in the 2000s, this classy Cabriolet has a history of turning heads, boasting awards from both Pebble Beach and Hillsborough Concours d'Elegance. Now, with just 400 kilometers (~250 miles) on the clock, this vintage beauty is ready for its next chapter.

Don't miss the chance to become the proud owner of this stunning Italian classic! 🌟 I'm super tempted...

Thank you so much for all the kind words I've received this week. I'm trying to keep each day a little different with some smaller/bigger trends I've seen as well as keeping you in the loop with some cool and unique auctions you might have missed.

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