Cool convertibles at Mecum's - 2020

1970 Pontiac GTO Judge Convertible. 1 of 168 produced in 1970. 400/366 HP Ram Air III engine. Automatic transmission. 10 bolt rear end with 3.23 gears. Factory air conditioning. Power steering and brakes. Bucket seats with console. Formula steering wheel. Rally gauge cluster. Hood tachometer. Front and rear spoilers. 14-inch Rally II wheels. Goodyear Polyglas G70-14 tires. $90k high bid.

1964 Ford Galaxie 500XL Convertible. 390 CI V-8 engine. 4-barrel carburetor. Dual exhaust. 4-speed manual transmission. Power brakes. Maroon with top and interior. Bucket seats and center console. Power convertible top. Heat and defrost. Tinted windshield. Padded dash. JVC CD stereo. Sun Pro auxiliary gauges. Wire wheel covers with spinners. $30k high bid.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle LS6 Convertible. The “Fuller car”. Unrestored Triple Black LS6 Chevelle Convertible with 10,222 original miles. LS6 454/450 HP V-8 engine. M40 Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 automatic transmission. 4.10 rear end. door edge guards. Cowl Induction hood, stripe delete. Power front disc brakes, windows and top. Padded SS dash and gauges. $330k high bid.

1969 Ford Mustang GT Convertible. One of 29 Mustang GT Convertibles produced in 1969 with Q-Code Cobra Jet V-8 and C6 automatic. The only known example in Indian Fire Red. Q-code 428/335 HP Cobra Jet V-8 engine. 440 lb-ft of torque. 10.6:1 compression. 735 CFM Holley 4-barrel carburetor. Dual exhaust with quad tips. 31-spline rear end, 3.00 gears. GT Handling and Suspension package. Power steering. Power brakes with front discs. $79k.

1956 Ferrari 290 MM = $22m in 2018

A Ferrari Classiche-certified 1956 Ferrari 290 MM previously raced by Formula 1 legends Juan Manuel Fangio, Peter Collins and Sir Stirling Moss topped RM Sotheby's auction in 2018. The car has received a complete restoration by Ferrari Classiche in Italy and houses a perfect Tipo 130 V12 engine.

The car was built at the direction of company founder Enzo Ferrari, and it was the last of four 290 MM models built in 1956. A competition Ferrari, with a winning history, that was driven by several world famous drivers. That makes it highly desirable. How high? It made $ 22m.

In 2015 a 1956 Ferrari 290 MM made $28m.

1967 Chevrolet Yenko Camaro RS/SS - $533k

Yenko YS707 Super Camaro 450. 1 of 3 known to exist in RS/SS configuration. Documented. Butternut yellow with Black standard interior. Nut and bolt restoration. 427/450 HP engine with mechanical lifters. Specially tuned exhaust. Special purpose suspension. M21 4-speed manual transmission. Shortly after the Camaro debuted for the 1967 model year, Yenko decided to cram a 427-cubic-inch V-8 under its hood.

54 documented 1967 Yenko Super Camaros exist.

The cars started out as an already-rare L78-powered 1967 Camaro. 1,138 cars left the factory with Chevy's 396-cubic-inch V-8.

This example crossed the block at Mecum and made $533k. A 1967 Yenko Super Camaro 450 made $632k in January 2020.

The Bachman Ferrari Collection

46 of Phil Bachman's Ferraris (26 in his siganture Gallo) will cross the block at Mecum’s annual Kissimmee auction event.

The Bachman Ferrari Collection is a serious cross section of Ferrari and include examples such as a (1 of 272) 1985 Ferrari 288 GTO, a pair of (1 of 60) U.S. spec 1992 Ferrari F40s and one of the succeeding (1 of 55) U.S. spec 1995 Ferrari F50s, along with a (1 of 400) 2003 Enzo in Gallo, a (1 of 500) LaFerrari and a (1 of 210) LaFerrari Aperta.

An exceedingly rare (1 of 30) 2006 track-only FXX. The car has recorded just 2,318 kilometers, and represents one of the most historically significant factory programs of the modern Ferrari era.

Oldest car is a 1953 Ferrari 166 MM/53 Vignale Spyder. It is the final of just six 166 MM/53 Spyders to have left the factory with a Vignale body.

1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 Alloy. The alloy is an extremely rare and highly sought-after version of the 275 GTB/4, with only 16 examples produced. These cars are prized by collectors for their combination of racing-derived technology and grand touring luxury.

The Bachman Ferrari Collection one of the most well-preserved and lowest-mile collections of contemporary Ferraris anywhere in the world.

1970 Dodge Challenger T/A

A special model only available for the 1970 model year was the Challenger T/A (Trans Am), a racing homologation car. Street versions took the 340 and added a trio of two-barrel carburetors atop an aluminum intake manifold, creating the 340 Six Pack. Dodge rated the engine at 290 hp.

1 of 2,399 produced. 29,000 miles. Fresh restoration. Less than 500 miles driven since restoration. 340/290 HP V-8 Six Pack engine. Automatic transmission. Go Mango exterior. Black interior.

The T/A model was created for the SCCA Trans Am racing series. Rules at the time required a minimum number of vehicles be built with the special parts intended to be used in racing. The unique 340/290 HP V-8 Six Pack engine was only ever offered in these SCCA releases. This only-year-made 1970 Challenger T/A remains highly desirable. 2,399 were created. (989 4-speeds, 1,410 auto)

While rated to produce 295 horsepower, factory cars actually produced something around 330 horsepower. Hagerty suggests a concours example is trending around $124k.

1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 Fastback - $400k high bid

Recent concours nut and bolt, no expense spared rotisserie restoration. Matching numbers Boss 429 CI V-8 engine. Matching numbers 4-speed manual transmission. Royal Maroon over black Clarion-knit vinyl high-back bucket seats. Power steering. Power brakes with front discs. 3.91 Traction-Lok differential. Here.

It was Ford's intent to win at NASCAR, and homologation rules allowed the company to utilize its new Boss 429 motor in a production car. Production of the Boss 429 began in 1968 at Kar Kraft’s assembly facility in Brighton, Michigan. The Boss 429 CI V-8 engine was ridiculously underrated at the advertised 375 HP and 450 lb-ft of torque. With only a 2-year production run in ’69 and 1970, they are among the rarest, most sought after Mustangs in the world. 1358 Boss 429s were made, 859 in 1969, and 499 in 1970.

1966 Shelby 427 Cobra Roadster

CSX3162. Sold new at Tasca Ford in Rhode Island. Delivered in the spring of 1966 via Shelby's Cobra Caravan. The Cobra Caravan was a traveling promotion tour featuring cars from Shelby American. 427 CI big-block V-8 engine, two 4-barrel carburetors, 4-speed manual transmission.

This very rare, very desirable car high bid to $1.5m at Mecum's 2020 Kissimmee event.

1971 Ferrari 365 GTS/4 Daytona Spider - $2.5m high bid

28,757 miles, S/N 14403, 1 of 122 produced, Four-Time Platinum Award Winner at Cavallino. 4390cc V-12, 5-Speed Manual, Giallo Fly over Pelle Nera.

Regarded as Ferrari’s ultimate V-12 berlinetta, the 365 GTB/4 is an icon today. Debuted at Paris in 1968, the new model was unofficially named Daytona in celebration of Ferrari’s 1-2-3 podium sweep in 1967. Its DOHC 4.4L V-12 engine is fed through 6 twin-choke Weber carburetors and delivers 352 HP. Top speed was a jaw dropping 174 MPH. Haggerty suggests a concours quality 1971 Ferrari 365 GTS/4 Daytona Spider trends around $ 2.6m.

1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster

One of 270 iron block 300 SL Roadsters factory-equipped with Dunlop disc brakes. Retains its original, numbers-matching chassis, body, and engine. Finished in original color of Graphite Grey over Medium Red leather. Accompanied by Data Card, tools, and owner's manual. U.S.-delivered example, upgraded with Rest of World headlamps. The legendary Mercedes-Benz 300 SL was the brainchild of Max Hoffman, the official importer of Mercedes-Benz automobiles to the United States. He was responsible for bringing the Volkswagen Beetle to the U.S. and inspiring the creation of the Porsche 356 Speedster and BMW 507.

A total of 1,858 Roadsters were produced from 1957 through 1963. Chassis number 002989 is a late production car, featuring highly desirable disc brakes. The 300 SL is a foundational collector car, and this well loved example is near the top of the podium. Estimate is $1,450,000 - $1,600,000 at Broad Arrow.

1969 Chevrolet COPO Chevelle - $129k

COPO was short for Central Office Production Order. It was a program Chevrolet ran that enabled custom vehicles to be special ordered direct from the factory. It was originally intended to address the needs of taxi companies, rental cars, and police that required unique liveries and heavy-duty components. To a select few in the know it meant ordering a seriously potent muscle car.

The car that the COPO evolved from was the second generation of the popular mid-sized Chevelle, released in 1967 as a ’68 model. The COPO Chevelle was built on the base Malibu coupe platform, rather than the SS version. Brainchild Don Yenko ordered 99 of the COPO Chevelles, which he then modified with his own unique touches, including custom gauges. The non descript car packed a monster 427 ci L72 big-block engine and heavy-duty drivetrain. The L72 featured a four-bolt-main, forged steel crank with hardened journals and forged steel rods that motivated 4.25 x 3.76-inch domed aluminum pistons. With an 11:1 compression ratio, Chevy rated the L72’s output at 425 hp at 5,600 rpm, and 460 lb-ft of twist at 4,000 rpm. True output was well in excess of 450 hp.

Inside, the COPO Chevelle sported a stock Malibu interior equipped with bench seats, and, oddly for a high-performance, race-oriented car, a push-button AM radio. Outside, the car carried no special badging or engine callouts whatever.

Base price for a 9562 was $3,547, and for this not unreasonable price one received a car that was among the top dogs of American muscle at the time. 60 mph in a COPO Chevelle came in five seconds flat, and the quarter mile was 13.36 seconds at 108.4 mph

Production run in 1969 was 323 in total. Its said 66 remain. This is a 1 of 3, black on black 1969 COPO Chevelle. A 1969 Chevrolet COPO Chevelle in 'good' condition will run around $135k, while an uber top end example approaches $175k+. The car made $129k at Mecum Indy 2025.

1963 Chevrolet Impala Z11

The 1963 Impala Z11 was a limited-production, factory-built drag racing car with a special 427 cubic-inch engine and an aluminum body, designed for NASCAR and Super Stock drag racing. About 57 were built. They featured a stripped-down interior with no radio or heater to save weight. Officially, the model was a production vehicle, but in reality, it was a small-run homologation special for those in the know. With the right connections and $4,000, you could get your hands on the 1963 Impala Z11.

Under the hood lurked a 427 cubic-inch V8 purpose-built for racing. It was equipped with a longer stroke, a two piece high-rise aluminum intake, dual four-barrel carbs, and a special cowl induction system. Thanks to a 13.5:1 compression ratio, the 427 produced a rated 430 horsepower. Real output was said to be closer to 500hp. That was mated to a close ratio 4 speed transmission. The Z11 Impala came with an aluminum hood, fenders, and bumpers. The Impala Z11 was far from cheap. The package added $1,240 to the price of a regular Impala.

Tipping the scales at 3,500 pounds (1,588 kg), the Z11 needed only 4.3 seconds to hit 60 mph (97 kph) and covered the quarter-mile in just 10.8. It was the first stock car to exceed 120 mph (193 kph) in a quarter-mile run. With fewer than 50 survivors, the Impala Z11 is a prized collectible. They rarely appear on the auction block, but when they do, they can command prices over $300k. This example high bid to $298k in 2023 at Bring a Trailer.

Nothing but the Boss 429

Cars offered for sale in 2020.

KK no. 1773. 1969 Boss. Raven Black. Formerly owned by Paul Walker. 14,575 original miles. Original engine and transmission. Original sheet metal. 820-T 429 CI V-8 engine. Close ratio 4-speed transmission. $407k.

KK No. 1934. 1969 Boss. Two owner car, in original owner's care until 2013. Restoration refreshed with NOS parts. $300k high bid.

KK no. 1479. 1969 Boss. No. 264 of 279 produced with 820-S engine. Test miles only on no expense spared concours restoration. (removed from auction)

KK no. 2139. 1970 Boss. Unrestored with 36,055 original miles. Build sheet. Original drivetrain. High bid to $200k.

2005 Ford GT - $605k

134 miles. Supercharged 5.4L/550 HP aluminum V-8 engine. Ricardo 6-speed manual transaxle. McIntosh AM/FM/CD stereo. Brembo disc brakes with Red-painted brake calipers. Ebony leather-trimmed seats. Dry-sump engine lubrication. Air conditioning. About 550 cars were built in 2004, 1,900 in 2005, and just over 1,600 in 2006, for a total of 4,038. When the Ford GT first appeared, demand outpaced supply, and first cars sold at a premium. Base price was US$139,995. Options included a McIntosh sound system, racing stripes, painted brake calipers, and BBS forged alloy wheels which added US$13,500. The 5.4 L longitudinal rear mounted Modular V8 engine is an all-aluminum alloy engine with an Eaton 2300 Lysholm screw-type supercharger. It features a forged rotating assembly housed in an aluminum block.

Power output is 550 hp at 6,500 rpm and 500 lb⋅ft of torque at 4,500 rpm. 0-60 mph comes in 3.3 seconds onto a top speed of 205 mph. Hagerty suggests an uber top end 2005 Ford GT is trending around $525k. This as new example blew past its $500k to $525k estimate at Mecum