Messerschmitt KR200

Messerschmitt was a German aircraft manufacturer. Because the company was forbidden from making more aircraft immediately after World War II, it turned to automobile production. The Messerschmitt KR200 was conceived in 1953 and sent to America two years later for the price of $1,073. The design was a cabin scooter-like design known as the “Kabinenroller.” It had two seats and three wheels. Messerschmitt produced the KR200 for about a decade from the mid-1950s to 1960s.

Torsilastic springs, similar to torsion bars, would give the KR200 suspension, and lightweight tube bumpers were a $50 option. A defining quirk of the KR200 was its sole wheel in the back, compared with two in the front. The front wheels controlled steering, while the rear wheel was driven by a 10 horsepower rear-mounted engine. Drivers learned to lean into corners because the car had a tendancy to tip. Fuel economy had a wide range of 60-100 MPG, with a top speed of 65 MPH.

A Messerschmitt KR200 today is a highly collectible car and typically sells for between $28k and $36k. Values fluctuate depending on condition, originality, and the specific variant. Messerschmitt's car division was turned over to Fend around 1964. In 1968, Messerschmitt merged with another company and eventually became part of Airbus.

1962 Pontiac Catalina Super Duty - $210k high bid

The 1962 Pontiac Catalina Super Duty is a rare, factory-built drag racer featuring a 421 cubic inch (6.9L) V8, producing an underrated 405 horsepower (465+ hp actual) via dual-quad carburetors. With only 162–179 units produced, it utilized lightweight aluminum parts (hood, fenders, bumper) and a 4-speed manual to dominate early 1960s drag racing.

The 421 cu in Super Duty V8 featured forged internals, high-performance heads, and either dual-four-barrel carbs or a NASCAR-spec single four-barrel. To reduce weight, these models, known as "Lightweights," featured aluminum front fenders, bumpers, hood, and radiator support, shedding roughly 200 lbs compared to standard models.

Odometer reads 21,616 miles. No. 103 of 162 produced. Original sheet metal. Factory aluminum package including hood, front and rear bumpers, brackets, inner and outer fenders. Original matching numbers 421/405 HP V-8 engine. Original dual Carter 500 CFM 4-barrel carburetors. Aluminum intake. Forged aluminum pistons. Forged steel rods and crankshaft. Solid lifters. Cast iron headers. 2 1/4 inch cast aluminum exhaust. Factory T10 wide ratio 4-speed manual transmission. Factory 4.30 Saf-T-Track rear end. Saginaw manual steering. Hydraulic manual drum brakes.

Hagerty suggests a #1 Concours condition 1962 Pontiac Catalina Super Duty is trending around $390k, up sharply. Rare and highly desirable, this example appeared at Mecum.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle LS6 Convertible - $330k in 2020

Unrestored Triple Black LS6 Chevelle Convertible with 10,222 original miles. Original Tuxedo Black paint, Black top and Black interior. LS6 454/450 HP V-8 engine. M40 Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 automatic transmission. 4.10 rear end. Cowl Induction hood, stripe delete. Power front disc brakes, windows and top. Padded SS dash and gauges. Strato bucket seats with console. Best of an estimated 20 examples known.

The 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS454 LS6 is firmly established as one of the most iconic and desirable machines of the classic muscle car era.

There were 4,475 cars built with the LS6 454 in 1970, but how many were coupes, convertibles or El Caminos remains unknown. This example appeared at Glendale. It made $330k in 2020.

This 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle LS6 Convertible sold for $770k, including buyer’s fees, during Mecum’s Kissimmee 2026 auction, establishing the highest price ever paid for a Chevelle at public sale. Here.

1968 Shelby GT500 KR Fastback - barn find $263k

Cherished within a single family since 1970 and offered with 60,483 original miles. Finished in Candyapple Red over Saddle interior with Deluxe Bucket seats, Shelby number 02369 was optioned with SelectAire Air Conditioning, Tinted Glass, and more.

Like all GT500 KRs, this example was fitted with the all-new 428 cu-in Cobra Jet V8. Period advertising lists the big block at 335 hp - true output is closer to 400 hp.

The car hammered for $263,200 against an estimate of $140k - $180k without reserve at Broad Arrow.

1967 Ferrari 330 P4

The 1967 Ferrari 330 P4 is one of the most iconic and beautiful endurance race cars in history. Built to dethrone Ford's GT40, it is famed for its 4.0L V12 engine, its lightweight chassis, and 1-2-3 sweep at the 1967 24 Hours of Daytona. An original 1967 Ferrari 330 P4 is considered priceless, as only four were ever made (one original P4 and three P3/P4 conversions) and none are officially on the market. An estimate of their market value would be well over $50m with chassis 0856 certainly one of the most valuable cars in the world.

In 2023, a similar 1967 Ferrari 412P Berlinetta sold at a Bonhams Quail Auction for $30.2m. The Ferrari 412 P was a "customer version" of the 330 P3 race car, built for independent racing teams.

1935 Hispano-Suiza K6 Cabriolet by Brandone

Between 1929 and 1939 automobiles developed into sophisticated artifacts. For the first time in history the top cars were reaching speeds over 80 mph, an astounding feat. This 1935 Hispano-Suiza K6 Cabriolet comes from a time when cars had hood ornaments, shiny trim and running boards. It has a large hood ornament that is fashioned as a flying stork.

The Hispano-Suiza was reserved for kings, queens, and movie stars, the world’s wealthiest, most stylish people. They demanded the luxurious, beautiful, and exclusive. A total of 204 cars were built in the manufacturer's Paris factory. About forty examples are known to have survived.

The new Hispano Suiza K6 was introduced at the Paris Auto Salon in the fall of 1934. It was offered as a rolling chassis only, so customers could have it fitted with coachwork of choice.

The straight 6, 5,184 cc / 316.3 cu in engine produced 125 bhp @ 3,200 rpm through a 3 speed manual gearbox. This example crossed the block at RM Sotheby's .

The last time a 1935 Hispano-Suiza K6 Cabriolet changed hands in 2012 it made $2.2m.

1969 Dodge Polara 500 Convertible - $9,350

The Dodge Polara was introduced for the 1960 model year as Dodge's top-of-the-line full-size car. For 1969, the Polara 500 was reintroduced as a mid-level car. Available powerplants included a slant 6 225ci, and 318, 383, and 440 V8 engines. The 1969 Dodge Polara models offered the Super-Lite option, which placed a quartz "turnpike beam" headlamp in the driver side grille. The Dodge Polara is best remembered as the top cop car of it's day. With lightweight unibody construction and a 440 under the hood, it was a match for most muscle cars.

573 Dodge Polara 500 Convertibles were built in 1969. This example appeared at Glendale 2020 and hammered for $9,350.