This issue highlights ten exceptional collector cars which have crossed the auction block in recent weeks.
1968 AC Cobra 427 S/C MX1
After Shelby ceased producing Cobras, AC continued with the AC 428. The one being highlighted here is chassis MX1. It has an interesting history. According to a former owner, "To clarify some misconceptions, I am the original owner/builder. I purchased AC chassis MX1 in the summer of 1978 after hearing of its existence at the SAACII convention in Hershey, PA. It was a bare rolling chassis.
The aluminum body was purchased from Brian Angliss. The attaching superstructure was purchased from Mike McCluskey, a noted Cobra restorer. The components were assembled by an older Englishman in Sterling Heights Michigan. The side oiler 427 block was built by John Vermersch of Total Performance in Mt. Clemens, MI. I sold the vehicle in 1999 and that owner finished the build. The current owner is the third one. I can answer almost any question requarding MX1."
1983 Bentley Corniche Convertible
Reportedly, only three Corniches were built in 1983. This Bentley Corniche Convertible looks fantastic in Tudor Red with a Buckskin Everflex top. Power is from a 6.75 liter V8. The interior is sumptuous tan leather with plush carpet.
1957 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup
Here's a classic Chevrolet 3100 pickup truck in Brewster Green, which was the recipient of a frame-off nut and bolt restoration. There are less than 1,300 miles on the restoration. With over $75k invested, the truck is flawless and consistently wins awards. This 3100 has the original 235.5 6-cylinder with a few minor modifications including an intake manifold by Offenhouser, Fenton headers, two single Rochester carburetors and Wayne valve cover and side. The transmission is a Saginaw 4-spd with 3.38:1 ring and pinion at the rear in the original housing. All gauges, electronics and other systems on the truck are fully-operational.
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