Showing posts with label Scottsdale. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Scottsdale. Show all posts
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
David Beckham Sells Porsche... AGAIN.
Apparently, the original sale of David Beckham's Porsche 911 didn't last long. Now the Becks is selling it again, this time at Porsche North Scottsdale in Arizona via Ebay. (Note: He should have bypassed the dealer and went to Barrett Jackson. If Funkmaster Flex can sell a car at Barrett Jackson, surely he can).
Let's talk specs...
You're looking at a two door, convertible 2008 Porsche 911 that's completely blacked out. *smiles*. Has 9,859 miles. 6 Spd Automatic transmission. 3.6L H6 SFI DOHC TURBO Gasoline Engine. All Wheel Drive. Clear CarFax report!!!!! The customization does include a custom dual colored interior with "Twenty Three" stitched in the headrests (Let's be real, he should have uncustomized the headrests before he tried to sell this.) Black Matte Aftermarket 20 inch Wheels with 23 in the center caps, and the wheels are sitting on Pirelli Tires, custom floor mats, and most importantly: Matte Black exterior paint with smoked out head and tail lights.
(I don't know how they got those Range Rovers on those rocks, but you couldn't pay me to park them there. My nerves are too bad to try that.)
Now for my disclaimer that will hurt some folks feelings. I'm aware that it's tax time, and some of you are getting that refund. However, if your refund isn't $130,000, then do not entertain the thought of purchasing this vehicle. Who would you rather hear this from- me behind a computer screen or the salesmen at North Scottsdale Porsche face-to-face. Just being honest. I'm not a yes girl.
For more info, talk to Porsche of North Scottsdale or visit the ebay listing.
I do like David Beckham's style of customizing cars. I wonder what type of flair does Victoria have with hers...
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Update: Bernie's Top 5 Picks from the 2012 Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction
As we speak, the Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction is still going on in Scottsdale, Arizona. Money's being spent and cars are being purchased. Through their site, I was able to see what's on the chopping block, and offer my opinion of what's being sold.
Recently I was just turned onto the magic of the Barrett-Jackson auction, and they offer some great cars for you to purchase. Most importantly, it gives you that opportunity to own your dream old school car, those vintage, hard to find vehicles can literally be found under one roof. There were many vehicles and one old school John Deere tractor for sale, but I was able to pick my personal favorite from the bunch...
I'm not going to lie, I would gladly take Bret Michael's Bentley Continental off of his hands... after a full detail. (After all, he did have three seasons of Rock of Love.) The car has been sold for $128,700.00- well above the Blue Book value for an 8 year old car. Also his 2004 Lincoln Navigator went for $29,000- again- well above the Blue Book value for an 8 year old SUV.
A 1955 Chevy Bel-Air Hardtop. One of many Bel-Airs for sale, however, there's something about powder blue cars from the 1950's that just stand out. This beautiful car- whitewalls and all sold for $44,000.00. I would look so cute driving around Compton-- I mean-- Los Angeles in this.
1966 Ford Mustang GT Fastback... but the color has to GO!!!! Lime Green??? This car sold for $34,100.00. (**Note: Certain colors irk me when I see them on cars. Just because it's available as a Crayola Crayon, it wouldn't look good on a 3,000+ piece of metal on four wheels). An adorable car that had to suffer, I really hope this was the original color...
1951 Ford Crestline 2 Door Sedan. My god, this is beautiful. Get this, the color isn't a typical one, but it fits. It compliments the car, and it's called Hawaiian Bronze and Mahogany. 1951 was a very good year- it was the year my mother was born AND in that same year, I Love Lucy debuted. Sadly, this car was sold for only $22,000, and that was a bargain.
1955 Ford Crown Victoria 2 Door Hardtop. First and foremost, I'm probably one of the few chicks who can say that pink is not my number one color. I like black, white, and silver. But like I've said earlier in this post, certain colors work on 1950's cars that wouldn't really work on a modern vehicle. I've fallen in love, but I'm not abandoning my dream of having a Star Chief. Unfortunately, this car was snatched up for $18,700. That means I won't be cruising on the 405 in this, listening to Jadakiss.
After seeing these vehicles, I wouldn't mind attending a Barrett-Jackson auction and they give out media passes. But I'm well aware that I'll stick out like a sore thumb. I need to plan a trip to the auction to take photos...
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
Bret Michaels selling Bentley Continental, Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Explorer at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction
Barrett-Jackson can be easily described as the world’s famous auto auction where they auction not just cars, but motorcycles, trucks, airplanes, and rock and roll memorabilia. Some celebrities have taken part by offering their prized possessions on four wheels. For instance- in 2008, Funkmaster Flex’s 2006 Ford Mustang GT was purchased for $300,000; in 2005, the famous aviator, Howard Hughes’ 1953 Buick Roadmaster was purchased for $1,500,000; and in 2007, the great Carroll Shelby’s 1966 Shelby Cobra 427 Super Snake was purchased for the low, low price of $5,000,000. So you see that money is spent at this auction- ESPECIALLY if a car that Funkmaster Flex owned sold for more than the depreciated value.
No stranger to the Barrett-Jackson auction, Rock-n-Roller, Reality Star, and Car Enthusiast Bret Michaels has returned to auction three cars. His first donation was a 1969 Chevy Camaro SS equipped with an autographed guitar was snatched up for $200,000. This time, Bret is auctioning three vehicles, a 2004 Bentley Continental GT, a 2004 Lincoln Navigator and a 2011 Ford Explorer. I haven’t really followed the Barrett-Jackson auction, however no matter how new/used the Lincoln Navigator and Ford Explorer are, those particular vehicles will stand out like a sore thumb at this auction. In fact, I’m sure it would be the lowest selling vehicles in the history of the auction. Even the 2004 Bentley Continental GT isn’t a huge deal- how many celebrities own one?
According to the Barrett-Jackson press release, his 2004 Bentley Continental GT
(Lot #705.4, VIN SCBCR63W24C021428). The stunning, Moonbeam Silver car features a 6.0 Liter twin turbo W12, GPS navigation and premium package. Michaels is also selling his 2004 Lincoln Navigator (Lot #705.5, VIN 5LMFU28R24LJ31439), a true Rock Star vehicle as featured on Michaels' hit VH1 show, "Rock of Love." The 5.4 Liter V8 features leather interior and a DVD player. Finally, Michaels will sell his 2011 Ford Explorer (Lot #705.6, VIN 1FMHK7F80BGA18572) featured on his hit TV show "Life as I Know it." The Explorer features a navigation system, luxury package and V6 engine.
I’m dying to know how much the Ford Explorer and Lincoln Navigator will auction off for. Maybe one of the “Rock of Love” girls buy it… I’m wondering if Barrett-Jackson is the reason why DMX moved to Scottsdale, AZ- the same city as Barrett-Jackson’s headquarters.
Photos: TCC
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