FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- AutoNation
(NYSE: AN) announced today that two local dealerships -- Maroone Ford of Fort
Lauderdale and Maroone Chevrolet of Fort Lauderdale -- will have on display a
number of rare, classic vehicles from the golden age of American automotive
manufacturing. All of the vehicles are to be sold to the highest bidder at
the RM Auctions Collector Cars of Fort Lauderdale Auction, held at the Greater
Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center from February 6 to 8, 2009.
The three-day event features approximately 400 exquisitely restored vehicles,
including early production models, exotic cars, prototypes, experimental
vehicles, custom cars and more.
Vehicles on display at Maroone Ford of Fort Lauderdale, located at 1333 N.
Federal Highway, include:
1930 Ford Model A Station Wagon
Finished in Cordoba Tan with black fenders, top, and interior, this 1930
Ford Model A Station Wagon is an outstanding older restoration that remains in
excellent mechanical condition. Equipped with a fold-down tailgate and full
weather equipment, this great parade car can be driven anywhere.
1950 Ford Custom Deluxe Convertible
This is a remarkable example of a highly collectible vehicle, with 56,000
original miles, finished in yellow with a contrasting red interior. It has
been well cared for and is extremely presentable throughout. Very well
equipped, it comes with rear fender skirts, white sidewall tires, a
convertible top boot, a heater/defroster and radio.
1967 Shelby GT350 Fastback
Listed in the Shelby Registry, this 1967 GT350 is one of just 1,175
produced. With excellent older cosmetics and a recent mechanical restoration
by well-known professionals, it includes a 306hp, 289 cu. in. V8 engine, a
four-speed transmission, power steering and front disc brakes, a fold-down
rear seat and original Shelby features including the steering wheel and
gauges.
1970 Ford Mustang Boss 429
A beautifully restored "Calypso Coral" 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 429
highlighted by fresh, bright work. The engine was fully rebuilt before
undergoing an extraordinary amount of fine detailing to concours-level
quality. The passenger compartment was fully restored, with a fresh molded
dash outfitted in new wood grain applique, and all instruments appear as new.
New vinyl door panels, side and kick panels were fitted and the seats were
completely rebuilt before being recovered in correct black vinyl.
Vehicles at Maroone Chevrolet of Fort Lauderdale, located at 1300 N.
Federal Highway, include:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible
This classic 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is complemented by excellent bright
work, front and rear bumper guards, rear fender skirts, a "Continental" kit
and full wheel covers with whitewall tires. The interior is trimmed with black
and white cloth upholstery along with black carpeting. Well equipped for
comfortable cruising, this Bel Air sports an automatic transmission, AM/FM
radio, and a dash-mounted clock and is powered by a small-block Chevrolet V8
engine.
1964 Chevrolet Bel Air Fire Chief Wagon
This interesting vehicle served with the Mayberry, Virginia Fire
Department, and comes complete with its factory build sheet. Special fire
equipment includes a siren with a special passenger foot control, two vintage
radios, emergency lighting and a hospital communications system.
1967 Pontiac GTO Convertible
Nicely restored in Rally Red with a matching interior, this 1967 GTO is
well equipped with a four-speed transmission, bucket seats and Rally II
wheels, as well as a radio, power steering, power brakes and a power top.
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS454 LS5 Convertible
This 1970 Chevelle SS454 Convertible features the 360bhp LS5 engine
option. It is believed to retain its completely original drive train, and
comes with two build sheets as well as other documentation.
For more information on the auction, call RM Auctions directly at
(800) 980-7635 or go to www.rmauctions.com . More information about Maroone
Ford is available at (877) 523-4666, and information about Maroone Chevrolet
is available at (954) 564-5271. Information about AutoNation can be found
online at www.AutoNation.com .
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