How To Sell a $70 Million Ferrari
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The episode dives into the excitement surrounding the Meekum Auctions in Kissimmee, Florida, featuring a staggering 4,500 cars, including the highly anticipated 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO, the only one painted white. CEO Dave Majors discusses the logistics of the auction, the diverse range of vehicles, and the potential record-breaking sale of the GTO. The hosts also touch on the evolving collector car market, the rise of 80s and 90s vehicles, and the impact of NASCAR's recent leadership changes. The episode is packed with insights into the collector car scene and the thrill of auction bidding.
Mecum Auctions CEO Dave Magers joins Gary and Alex to talk about the Mecum Kissimmee, Fla., event, where more than 4,000 cars are set to be auctioned, including a one-of-a-kind Ferrari that could be worth $70 million or more. Magers explains what goes into selling such a unique vehicle.
Plus, Gary and Alex discuss the new "Race for the Seat" reality competition show that will decide who drives for Ram's NASCAR Truck Series team and the upcoming reveal of NASCAR's much-anticipated new championship format for 2026.
Ford Mustang
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Ferrari 250
"...rquee cars crossing the block this year is a 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. The only one painted white."
Nissan 350 Nissan
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Nissan Gtrs
"...in those movies. The Nissan, the 350, Nissan, the GTRs, Fox Body Mustangs have become very popular."
Mustang Fox Body
"The Nissan, the 350, Nissan, the GTRs, Fox Body Mustangs have become very popular. You know, as w..."
Chevrolet Blazer
"...ou know, on the listing, there's a really nice K5 Blazer. Do you think that the parallel era SUVs are goin..."
Chevrolet Camaro
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Ferrari Daytona
"...my favorites in the whole thing. There's multiple Ferrari Daytona spiders, including a yellow one that's very remin..."
Chevrolet Nova
"...s seven or eight Camaros, but then there's a 1969 Nova Yanko. There's only about 10 of these left."
Dodge Power Wagon
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