Mecum On the Move Matt Avery & John Kraman

In this On the Move, hosts Matt Avery and John Kraman dive into the results of Mecum Glendale. The high seller of the five-day auction was a 1967 Chevrolet Corvette L88 Coupe which sold for $1,815,000. Painted Sunfire Yellow, the classic sports car was one of 20 L88 Corvettes produced that year and the only Duntov and Triple Diamond-awarded 1967 L88 still equipped with its original engine. John shares his surprise about a 1969 Cadillac Eldorado that was bought new by Elvis Presley. The Caddy was used by the King and Priscilla at their Beverly Hills, California, home until 1973. It sold at the auction for $253,000. Matt also shares his memorable Glendale moments including the sale of the 1969 Ford Torino Talladega GPT Special. The one-of-a-kind custom, featured at the SEMA Show and in the "Furious 7" movie, sold for $440,000.

Next the guys turn their attention to the upcoming Mecum Houston auction, to be held April 4-6. John’s standout consignment is a 1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL Convertible equipped with a 427 CI V-8 and a 4-speed manual transmission. Matt’s pick is one of the collections: the Plendl Brothers Bowtie Classics. This group of 25 black Chevrolet classics are selling at no reserve with many showing ultra-low miles.

Wrapping up, Matt and John discuss the latest Dodge news, detailing the next-generation 2024 Charger. The all-new muscle car comes with both an electric powertrain along with an internal-combustion engine option and will be available in both two- and four-door body styles.

In this On the Move season opener, hosts Matt Avery and John Kraman discuss Mecum’s bonkers January auction blowouts. First is coverage of The World’s Largest Collector Car Auction®, Mecum Kissimmee, which celebrated its 25th anniversary this year. The 13-day auction boasted $275 million in total sales with a Top 10 sellers list sporting all seven-figure price tags. Then, it’s onto Mecum’s red-hot 33rd Annual Vintage and Antique Motorcycle Auction, which took place at the South Point Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.

Up next, Matt relays his time at the American Muscle Car Museum in Melbourne, Florida, where he attended a special Ford event honoring the legacy of Alan Mann Racing, and then dives into his experience at the 62nd Rolex 24 endurance race at the Daytona International Speedway.

Closing out the show, the guys preview Mecum’s upcoming Glendale auction, taking place March 5-9 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Standout consignments the two delve into include a 1966 Shelby GT350H Mustang and a 2021 Ford GT Studio Collection Series.

In this On the Move season finale, hosts Matt Avery and John Kraman are gearing up for the silver anniversary of the World’s Largest Collector Car Auction: Mecum Kissimmee 2024. Before covering all the Florida action, they share a few travel updates including detailing their time at the Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals and the 50th Daytona Turkey Run. Then they’re joined by Dr. Mark Davis, who has consigned three of the most highly documented, original Corvettes available as part of his Ultimately Preserved Corvettes from the Collection of Dr. Mark Davis. Mark shares the origins of his Vette passion, which started when he was just a teenager, along with the historical significance and provenance of each of the classics in the trio. Wrapping up, Matt and John preview the auction, sharing other notable consignments like a 1966 Ford GT40 MkI Road Car and a 1987 Porsche 959 Komfort.

Get ready for a high-octane journey as hosts Matt Avery and John Kraman gear up for the Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals, the ultimate celebration of 1960s and '70s factory muscle and top-tier Corvettes—all under one roof. Before immersing themselves in the world of MCACN, the duo share their recent automotive escapades, including a thrilling day at the Radford Racing School, the official racing school of Mecum Auctions and Dodge SRT.

Joining the conversation a little later on is Bob Ashton, the driving force behind the Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals, offering a sneak peek into the latest show details ahead of its grand opening on November 18. Then, buckle up for a chat with Tony Jenkins, a seasoned auto enthusiast with a passion for his 1970 Chevy Impala. Tony is not just showcasing his ride but also participating in the "Meet the Future" seminar, hosted by John and shedding light on the younger generation's role in the classic car hobby.

Wrapping up, Matt and John spotlight Mecum’s upcoming Kansas City auction, taking place November 30 through December 2 at the Kansas City Convention Center. Some of the consignments catching the guys’ eyes are a 2005 Dodge Ram SRT-10 pickup and a 1958 Pontiac Chieftain.

In this On the Move, hosts Matt Avery and John Kraman dive right into recapping Mecum’s Indy Fall Special. The conversation includes the high sellers, with the No. 1 spot going to a 1967 Shelby GT500 Fastback selling for $275,000. Then it’s on to recent travels, with Matt detailing his time at the Midwest Automotive Media Association’s Fall Fest and time spent with the 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse. Up next, the duo discuss other upcoming events like a day at the Radford Racing School, attending the SEMA Show and previewing what’s in store for Mecum’s Las Vegas auction.

Kicking off the show, hosts Matt Avery and John Kraman recount recent travels, having attended events such as the Midwest Racing Preservation Association show, the 2nd Annual Curing Kids Cancer Cars and Company gathering, and the Mustang Club of America’s Grand National. The guys are then joined by Ken Gross, Concours Director for the Chattanooga Motorcar Festival. Ken gives details on the upcoming multiday event, including some of the new displays awaiting showgoers. After that, Matt and John dive into details of Mecum’s Indianapolis Fall Special and Chattanooga auctions – both occurring in a very busy October.