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Morphy’s Mar. 21-23 auction rolls out Part II of Knudsen petroliana collection

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Incredible 48in Frontier Gasoline (Denver, Colo.) ‘Rarin’ To Go’ double-sided porcelain sign with image of cowboy on rearing horse. Marked ‘S.P.S.’ and dated 1954. One of only a handful known. Side 1 graded 8.75+; Side 2 graded 8.5. Provenance: Bobby Knudsen Jr. collection. Estimate $50,000-$100,000

DENVER, Pa. – On March 21-23, Morphy’s will continue the exciting year-long adventure of auctioning the Bobby Knudsen Jr Collection of World-Class Automotive, Gas & Oil and Soda Pop Advertising. The series debuted to rave reviews on September 30 of last year and continues this month with Part II of Bobby’s collection anchoring the sale on day one, and additional select consignments following on days two and three. It’s going to be a high-octane event with more than 1,600 lots, enough to ensure that every bidder has a great chance of landing something special from a highly pedigreed source. Bid absentee or live online through LiveAuctioneers.

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Automobilia collection kept bidders engaged at Milestone’s $600K auction

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Very rare 1936 Packard 1407 Coupe with rumble seat. Complete with V12 473-cubic-inch 175hp engine and original 3-speed transmission. Excellent condition, odometer showing 64,033 actual miles. Accompanied by large assortment of extra parts. Sold for $140,400 against an estimate of $120,000-$150,000

WILLOUGHBY, Ohio – The multifaceted collection of the late Mark Smith was the cornerstone of an exciting $613,000 event at Milestone Auctions’ suburban Cleveland gallery on October 15th. Smith, a Virginia businessman, was a passionate and very hands-on collector of automotive advertising and memorabilia, a reflection of his involvement in the car industry. But there was much more to Smith’s collecting interests than just motoring, said Miles King, co-owner of Milestone Auctions.

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Route 32 Auctions and Indy Ad Show join Morphy Auctions family

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Jill and Kevin Parker, founders and former owners of Route 32 Auctions and The Indy Ad Show. Image provided by the Parkers

DENVER, Pa. – Dan Morphy, founder and president of Morphy Auctions, announced today that Route 32 Auctions and the iconic Indy Ad Show, formerly owned by Kevin and Jill Parker of Crawfordsville, Indiana, are now part of Morphy Auctions’ organization.

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Milestone to host Oct. 15 auction of classic cars, automobilia, antiques & collectibles

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Very rare 1936 Packard 1407 Coupe with rumble seat. Complete with V12 473-cubic-inch 175hp engine and original 3-speed transmission. Excellent condition, runs great. Clean, straight Dietrich-style body. Odometer: 64,033 actual miles. Accompanied by large assortment of extra parts. Estimate $120,000-$150,000

WILLOUGHBY, Ohio – When the doors open to Milestone’s auction gallery on Saturday, October 15th, an energized – and eclectic – group of bidders is expected to rush in, grab a coffee and take a last-minute look at the merchandise they hope to bring home.

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GE Edison Mazda lamp store display, est. $300-$500

Automobilia revs up bidders for Turner’s July 30 auction

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GE Edison Mazda lamp store display, est. $300-$500

GE Edison Mazda lamp store display, est. $300-$500

SAN FRANCISCO – Turner Auctions + Appraisals will present Automobilia & Collectibles from the Estate of Francis E. Tarzian, Sr., on Saturday, July 30 at 10:30 am Pacific time. Tarzian was a passionate collector of antique automobiles and related items, and his restoration and machinist skills earned him numerous awards. With more than 200 lots, this auction features a wide and eclectic array of automotive items, vintage and antique, as well as other collectibles from the early 20th-century era. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Scale model of a 1959 Jaguar MK2 by 12Art, est. $450-$550

Scale-model automobilia treasures lined up for July 6 auction

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Scale model of a 1959 Jaguar MK2 by 12Art, est. $450-$550

Scale model of a 1959 Jaguar MK2 by 12Art, est. $450-$550

NEW YORK – On Wednesday, July 6, starting at noon Eastern time, Jasper52 will conduct a sale titled Automobilia, Collectibles and More! Its 193 lots are dominated by scale models of beloved cars from celebrated marques. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Mobilgas Pegasus neon sign, est. $10-$10,000

Vintage neon signs beckon enthusiasts to Worldwide’s April 22-23 auction

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Mobilgas Pegasus neon sign, est. $10-$10,000

Mobilgas Pegasus neon sign, est. $10-$10,000

AUBURN, Ind. – Worldwide Auctioneers will hold its annual Enthusiast Auction on Friday, April 22, and Saturday, April 23. Collectors can choose among pre-war automobiles, muscle cars, sports and classics, as well as an exceptional selection of the best memorabilia to be found. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Morphy’s rings up $2.4M at Automobilia, Petroliana & Railroadiana Auction

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Buick Authorized Valve In Head neon porcelain sign in complete, original condition graded 9.0+ on both of its sides. Sold above estimate for $27,600

DENVER, Pa. – Trains, planes and automobiles were on the minds of bidders who brought their A-game to Morphy’s big March 29-30 Automobilia, Petroliana & Railroadiana auction. The colorful 1,498-lot sale featured rare, fresh-to-the-market examples of signage, gas pumps, globes and other service station equipment from motoring’s golden era. The two-day grand total came to a hefty $2.4 million. Absentee and Internet live bidding was available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Collectors can fill ‘er up at Morphy March 29-30 Automobilia, Petroliana & Railroadiana Auction

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A selection of top lots from the railroadiana to be auctioned during the opening session of Morphy’s March 29-30 auction, including a green-glass D&H Railroad lantern ($1,000-$4,000); single-sided die-cut porcelain MKT Railroad sign ($3,000-$5,000); and one of few known Crosby bronze three-chime factory steam whistles in the 40½-inch size ($2,000-$15,000)

DENVER, Pa. – Ever since the first Model A car rolled off Ford’s assembly line in 1903, America has had a fascination with cars. Now, nearly 120 years later, that attraction has become more of an obsession for the legion of collectors from coast to coast who covet signage, gas pumps, globes and other service station equipment from motoring’s golden era. Morphy Auctions is the destination of choice for hobbyists seeking antiques of exceptional quality, condition and authenticity. They’ll have their next chance to bid and buy on Tuesday and Wednesday, March 29-30 at the central Pennsylvania company’s Automobilia, Petroliana & Railroadiana Auction.

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Morphy’s to roll out top-notch automobilia, petroliana & railway rarities, Oct. 3-4

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DENVER, Pa. – An exciting array of antique and vintage automobilia, petroliana and railroadiana is revved up and ready to power across the auction block at Morphy’s Sunday/Monday, October 3 and 4 sale. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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