Tuesday, August 14, 2007

The Annual Bonhams & Butterfields Automotive Auction happens this August


Do you want to get hold of some of the hottest celebrity cars on the road? Brace yourself as the annual Bonhams & Butterfields automotive auction opens its doors this summer. The yearly show-off of the previous cars owned by some of the famous celebrities happens again this year. And just like before, they will be lining up so you can get a chance to own of the finest cars with an entertainment history. The Monterey Peninsula Car Week or the Pebble Beach Week will be happening on August 17, Friday.

These are the following cars joining on the wide array of vehicles owned by celebirities and popular figures:

  • 1916 Oldsmobile Model 44 Roadster formerly owned by casino impresario and renowned car enthusiast Bill Harrah.
  • 1932 Presidential Cadillac V-16 Imperial Limousine from the Herbert Hoover administration.
  • 1935 Pierce-Arrow Model 845 Club Sedan featured in the movie "The Sting", starring Paul Newman and Robert Redford.
  • 1950 Jaguar MkV Drophead Coupe formerly owned by famous jazz musician and actress Lena Horne.
  • 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 JL8 "Big Brake" Sport Coupe formerly owned by L.A. Times publisher Otis Chandler.
  • 1984 Pontiac Firebird "KITT" from the Knight Rider TV series, and owned by famous Hollywood car customizer George Barris.
  • 1990 Chevy Lumina Winston Cup NASCAR racer featured in the movie "Days of Thunder", starring Tom Cruise and Robert Duvall.

Now, you see some of the cars but there are more to come. Some cars that were not sold last year will be shown again this August.

If you wish to own one of these cars, you can inquire by calling this number 800-223-2854. You can also visit their website at http://www.Bonhams.com/Quail for inquiries and reservations.

Kitt, a 1984 Pontiac Firebird which was used on an 80’s TV series called “The Knight Rider” also joins the line-up.