RM: The Wayne Davis Collection - Memorabilia 2008-04-19 Auction - 45 Price Results - RM | Sotheby's in IN - Page 2
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Auburn, IN, United States
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RM: The Wayne Davis Collection - Memorabilia

RM Auctions proudly presents the private collection of Mr. Wayne Davis. This exciting no-reserve sale will offer some 90 classic automobiles, as well as 50 lots of automotive-themed memorabilia for auction. Assembled over the past two decades, Davis' collection presents an impressive line up of great American marques from the '30s, '40s, '50s and '60s, as well as featuring various custom and street rods.
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National Cigars Vending Machine: A beautiful example of Art Deco styling, this machine has been professionally restored and features extensive chrome trim, hand painted graphics, and streamline corners. A true showpiece, it would be
0125: National Cigars Vending MachineEst. $3,000-$4,000
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Rowe Cigarette Machine: An attractive, professionally restored example, this cigarette vending machine features illuminated letters, a clock face set into the mirrored panel, and lovely streamlined styling. It is in very
0126: Rowe Cigarette MachineEst. $3,000-$5,000
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Lincoln Engineering Display Cabinet: A presentable restored example of a unique display case, it features chrome trim, interior illumination and glass shelves. (100x60x23")
0127: Lincoln Engineering Display CabinetEst. $1,000-$1,500
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Shure Manufacturing Workbench and Cabinet: This attractive restored workbench and cabinet combination features bright paint and chrome trim. The center portion features an overhead fluorescent light and glass shelves for display. (106x60x26")
0128: Shure Manufacturing Workbench and CabinetEst. $3,500-$5,000
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Firestone Super Cruiser Bicycle: The options and special features on this snappy teal cruiser are extensive, including a shock absorption system on the front forks and leather saddle, a complete instrument panel featuring an
0129: Firestone Super Cruiser BicycleEst. $3,000-$5,000
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Whizzer Pacemaker Motorized Bicycle: VIN: 703633 What had begun in the late 1930s as a simple bicycle motor manufacturing company had blossomed by 1948 into Whizzer Motors with over 140 warehouses and 3,500 dealers. Whizzer introduced
0130: Whizzer Pacemaker Motorized BicycleEst. $4,000-$6,000
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Mini Chopper Motorcycle: Offered here is a one-of-a-kind hand-built mini chopper. It features a single-cylinder gas engine with a pull start ignition and a chrome air breather fastened to the carburetor. Power is transmitted
0131: Mini Chopper MotorcycleEst. $5,000-$7,500
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Good Humor Ice Cream Cart: This original Good Humor cart has been professionally restored to its current pristine condition. From the hand painted graphics and pin-striped accents, working marker lights, to the gleaming chrome
0132: Good Humor Ice Cream CartEst. $10,000-$15,000
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Mobiloil Service Station Display: This recreation of a Mobil gas station island includes two professionally restored Martin & Schwartz Mobil script top gas pumps, two station lighters with hooded lamps, one of which features a
0133: Mobiloil Service Station DisplayEst. $12,000-$15,000
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Flashing Arrow Sign: This double-sided example features fifties-style flashing bulbs. The surface and housing is in very presentable condition. (24x72x10")
0134: Flashing Arrow SignEst. $2,000-$3,000
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Reproduction Mobil Pegasus Neon Sign: A very clean, bright example with no notable flaws, this modern sign featuring flashing neon. (52x36")
0135: Reproduction Mobil Pegasus Neon SignEst. $400-$600
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Chrysler Neon Sign: This modern example depicts the Chrysler crest and features die-cut lettering. Like-new condition. (86x26x5")
0136: Chrysler Neon SignEst. $1,000-$1,500
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Here comes the judge neon sign: A unique example of the classic slogan, this sign features double stroke neon lettering. Like-new condition. (67x24x9")
0137: Here comes the judge neon signEst. $2,500-$3,500
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Nickey Hot Rod Parts Neon Sign: This modern example is in mint condition, with a bright, crisp surface and three colors of neon in perfect working order. (45x30x9")
0138: Nickey Hot Rod Parts Neon SignEst. $2,500-$3,500
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Goodwill Used Cars Neon Sign: This modern die-cut example features the classic Pontiac chieftain silhouette. Like-new condition in perfect working order. (40x57x9")
0139: Goodwill Used Cars Neon SignEst. $2,500-$3,500
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Ford Neon Sign: This porcelain and neon example has been carefully restored to very presentable condition. The surface shows a high gloss and is free of notable flaws. (48x24")
0140: Ford Neon SignEst. $1,500-$2,500
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Mobil Neon Sign: This example's original porcelain sign, circa 1956, remains in fresh, presentable condition, showing only a couple minor instances of inpainting. It is believed that the neon was added later,
0141: Mobil Neon SignEst. $6,000-$7,500
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Hudson Neon Sign: This striking die cut original example features Art Deco accents and streamline corners. Surface shows several small chips, some of which have been disguised with inpainting. (72x36x11")
0142: Hudson Neon SignEst. $8,000-$12,000
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Mobil Pegasus Neon Sign: This attractive example features the iconic Mobil Pegasus and shows very few small surface flaws. (91x76x6")
0143: Mobil Pegasus Neon SignEst. $6,500-$7,500
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Ford V8 Neon Sign: The classic symbol of the Ford V8 glows in multicolor neon in this excellent example. Porcelain surface shows a high gloss and no notable flaws. (75x80x12")
0144: Ford V8 Neon SignEst. $20,000-$25,000
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Cadillac Neon Sign: Measuring an enormous 32 feet by 9 feet, this stunning neon once adorned a Cadillac dealership in Texas. Upon acquisition of the piece, Mr. Davis replaced all the neon tubes to ensure that the
0145: Cadillac Neon SignEst. $25,000-$40,000