RM - Joe's Garage: Memorabilia 2008-06-14 Auction - 83 Price Results - RM | Sotheby's in IN
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Auburn, IN, United States
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RM - Joe's Garage: Memorabilia

Upon the closing of Joe's Garage this January, RM is proud to offer an outstanding collection of cars and motorcycles from the esteemed MacPherson Collection for auction on June 14. Comprised of approximately 50 motor cars, the renowned collection features numerous historic, sports, racing, and custom cars, as well as various important examples from the 1950s. All lots, including both cars and motorcycles, will be offered without reserve, and are expected to attract worldwide attention as they represent the 'best of the very best' in their respective genres of automotive history.
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Sun Electric Diagnostic Testers: 10x8x7 inches. Lot features three 1960s Sun Electric diagnostic testers measuring voltage, temperature, amperes and ohms. All examples are in presentable, original condition.
0101: Sun Electric Diagnostic TestersEst. $100-$150See Sold Price
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General Electric Tungar Battery Charger: This original battery charger circa late 1930s features a porcelain faceplate with Art Deco style accents and a brown Bakelite switch.
0102: General Electric Tungar Battery ChargerEst. $100-$150See Sold Price
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Snap-On Diagnostic Tester: The Vintage Snap-on metal carrier offered here contains three diagnostic testers including a tachometer, a regulator tester and an angle meter.
0103: Snap-On Diagnostic TesterEst. $150-$200See Sold Price
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Franklin Mint Mascot Collection: Lot includes several full-sized reproduction mascots with a brilliant gold finish produced by the Franklin Mint. Marques represented include Packard, Vauxhall, Minerva, Stutz and Hispano Suiza. Also
0104: Franklin Mint Mascot CollectionEst. $100-$200See Sold Price
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Assorted Signs and Clock: Lot includes an original Oldsmobile illuminated clock featuring the 1960s stylized rocket logo and convex glass, in working condition. Also offered are three assorted porcelain and tin signs in good
0105: Assorted Signs and ClockEst. $250-$300See Sold Price
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Period Chrisman Coupe Photograph and Print: Photograph: 25x19 inches, Print: 24x23 inches. Offered here is a framed photograph circa 1955 depicting the Chrisman Bonneville Competition Coupe. Also included is a framed print of t-shirt artwork
0106: Period Chrisman Coupe Photograph and PrintEst. $250-$300See Sold Price
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Automotive Signs: Lot includes a Bowes Seal Fast embossed tin sign, a tin Quaker State Motor Oil sign, a tin arrow advertising the Auto Hotel of Cincinnati, Ohio and a porcelain Stop Motor - No Smoking sign. Sizes
0107: Automotive SignsEst. $350-$450See Sold Price
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Blakely Motor Oil Cans: Offered here are three original quart cans of Blakely Special 10-30 heavy duty motor oil. They remain unopened and full, and feature wonderful period graphics. One can shows slight corrosion on lid;
0108: Blakely Motor Oil CansEst. $100-$150See Sold Price
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Assorted Automotive Artifacts: Lot includes a 15" race car steering wheel, a Ford V8 running board step plate, an auto theft prevention device circa 1910, and a Franklin Mint Chevrolet mascot. Also included is a reproduction of a
0109: Assorted Automotive ArtifactsEst. $100-$150See Sold Price
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Kurtis "Fuel Injection Special" Roadster Model: 21x11x8 inches. Offered here is a highly detailed 21' long scale model of the 1953 Kurtis 'Fuel Injection Special' roadster driven to victory by Bill Vukovich in 1953 Indianapolis 500 race. This is
0110: Kurtis "Fuel Injection Special" Roadster ModelEst. $1,200-$1,500See Sold Price
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Kurtis Roadster Model: 21x11x8 inches. Number 31 of a limited edition of 50 built by Ron Fournier of Troy, Michigan, this is a beautifully detailed 21' long scale model replica of the Kurtis roadster entered by Lindsay
0111: Kurtis Roadster ModelEst. $1,200-$1,500See Sold Price
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NASCAR Poster Display: 32x44x4 inches. In 1991, Sports Marketing Enterprises produced a limited edition of 750 wood framed poster displays of NASCAR Champions. This example is number 22. A Richard Petty poster is matted
0112: NASCAR Poster DisplayEst. $250-$350See Sold Price
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Period Racing Photos: Offered here is a group of nine photographs featuring prominent race drivers such as Rosie Roussel and Howard Gardner in Roaring Roadsters, Bill Vukovich and crew at Indy 1955, and Milwaukee Race
0113: Period Racing PhotosEst. $300-$500See Sold Price
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Bob Rector Print: Image: 29x13.5 inches. Frame: 40x24 inches. Offered here is a print of a Bob Rector work depicting Skip Hudson driving the Lancer Racing Team Lola T-70, likely in a 1966 U.S.R.R.C. event. Boldly
0114: Bob Rector PrintEst. $300-$500See Sold Price
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Assorted Model Cars: Lot includes eight scale model Corvettes issued by the Franklin Mint and a group of model race cars produced by various manufacturers. Among them are examples of NASCAR cars, including the Tide #32
0115: Assorted Model CarsEst. $100-$150See Sold Price
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Assorted Model Cars: Lot includes an assortment of scale models, several of which were issued by the Franklin Mint. Marques represented include Rolls-Royce, Ferrari, Duesenberg, Mercedes-Benz and Cord.
0116: Assorted Model CarsEst. $200-$400See Sold Price
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Assorted Model Trucks: Lot includes an assortment of die cast metal and pressed steel model trucks representing a variety of marques and styles. All examples are in excellent, highly presentable condition.
0117: Assorted Model TrucksEst. $100-$150See Sold Price
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Assorted Model Cars: Lot includes a selection of die cast model cars and one wooden model. Included is a limited edition scale model 1914 Model T Ford Touring issued by the Franklin Mint.
0118: Assorted Model CarsEst. $100-$150See Sold Price
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Racing Helmets: Offered here are two racing helmets, one used by Robby Gordon, the other a Motocross style example with "Bad Medicine" and "MacPherson Chevrolet" lettering.
0120: Racing HelmetsEst. $150-$200See Sold Price
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Assorted Automotive Books: Lot includes a sizable assortment of texts relating to American motorcycles, Bugatti, road racing and a variety of other automotive topics.
0121: Assorted Automotive BooksEst. $500-$800See Sold Price
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Automobile Quarterly Collection: Lot includes thirty-two issues of Automobile Quarterly in excellent to nearmint condition. Editions range from volume 15 to volume 39.
0122: Automobile Quarterly CollectionEst. $200-$300
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Period Racing Helmets: Lot includes a Cromwell helmet with visor and an example of unknown manufacture sporting Climax goggles. Both exhibit overall wear, cracks and abrasions, confirming their authenticity and
0123: Period Racing HelmetsEst. $200-$400See Sold Price
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Rodders Journal Magazines: Offered here is a near complete set of this highly collectible magazine. Issues one through thirty-eight are present, with the exception of issue fourteen. Lot includes alternate cover copies for
0124: Rodders Journal MagazinesEst. $650-$750See Sold Price
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