II Much 2.0, ready for Barrett-Jackson

[parsonsj]

OK, folks.

Here's the new look. The wheels are the same Kinesis K18s I've been running, but with brushed hoops and a satin black center (the wheels used to be a greenish/brown color). The exhaust tips are now polished stainless (used to be black), the Chevy Bow-Tie on the front is brushed (used to be black), and the hood is now body color except for the center cowl induction.

Many many thanks to the boys at Prodigy for all their help with paint. They rock! (especially Andrew :) )

And a shout out to Carter Hickman, who did the rendering 2.0 is based on.

jp

[parsonsj]

More photos:

[colt zantop]

looks great! I like the wheels better with the polished lip!! good luck on your sale :)

[Ralph LoGrasso]

Lookin good, JP!!

[thedugan]

are those Jersey plates?

[parsonsj]

are those Jersey plates?No... those are Florida historic plates.

[Larry Callahan]

I loved it before. Now I REALLY want it!!!

[Mr.VENGEANCE]

love this car so much.

god i hope you dont loose your ass on this car man.........

[wiedemab]

Looks great John!

Good Luck.

[Roger M]

Looks great John!

Good Luck .

X2 :cheers:

[dadto2jays]

That is such a bad ass car, I hope that you get as much $$$$ for it as possible,,,you have got big cojones putting it on Barret Jackson knowing that there is no reserve +8% commission to them :crying:

[6'9"Witha69]

I was hoping based on what you were saying that the car wouldn't get siisied up. It still looks mean. I love it. If I win the lotto I WANT IT!

[ProdigyCustoms]

HUGE improvement.

[srh3trinity]

Great car, I thought it was great before but now it is a bit more palatable to the general public. I think Kinesis wheels are probably my favorite overall wheels. The new setup looks great.

[WS6]

love this car so much.

god i hope you dont loose your ass on this car man.........

x2!!!

The car is so killer all the way around. Best of luck John. I'll have my fingers crossed.

BTW, what's next or is it a secret?

[Damn True]

JP, I actually like it better now. I was worried when you told me you were going to "soften" the look a bit to make it more marketable. But honestly, this is better. I hope it goes to someone who will drive the everluvin wee out of it.

[dropit69]

John i liked the car before but really love it now..you did good man..good luck at BJ..hope it brings a ton..and can;t wait too see what you build next..

[parsonsj]

Thanks guys. Credit to Carter Hickman and Frank for background design, and on short notice too.

It really hit me today: the car goes on the transport trailer Thursday morning. I have 5 days left with my mistress of nearly 10 years. :eek:

jp

[Tony_SS]

Go have your way with her while you can!! :)

I think it looks great.. I liked the solid black hood better, but this looks nice too.

Good luck!

[zbugger]

John, the car looks great!!! I really like the wheel change. It does kinda soften it for the street "look".

[parsonsj]

I punched up the interior too. These are non-slip pedals from UltimatePedals.com.

High quality stuff.

(edit, that old photo sucked, this is better)

[Tony_SS]

I think it should roll on stage floating on a cloud of blue neon.

[tom_a]

I like it better. Again good luck I hope it grabs a good sum.

[Steve1968LS2]

I like it better now.. and I want it so bad..

Not that Penny leaves me with a penny in my pocket.. lol

Best of luck.. can I come out and do the auction with ya? What day is it on the block?

[LateNight72]

Best of luck John.

I'll be glued to the TV and rooting for 'ya when she crosses the block.

[parsonsj]

Steve, hell yeah: come on over, we'll have a blast. Call it early SEMA. :)

II Much goes up Friday evening, and Empty Nest goes on Saturday.

[BaddestBuick]

damn this car is amazing!!

[Vegas69]

I hope to be there John. It's such a masterpiece and I've never seen it in person.

[CarlC]

Best of luck JP.

[TonyHuntimer]

The car looks really good. I didn't know it could be improved upon. :)

Good luck on getting a good price. The wife is probably happy the mistress is leaving.

[MuscleRodz]

Looks great John. Glad I got to see it in person. It is a killer car

[parsonsj]

The wife is probably happy the mistress is leaving.She is, though she also knows there will be more in the future. :)

[BossaNova]

It really hit me today: the car goes on the transport trailer Thursday morning. I have 5 days left with my mistress of nearly 10 years. :eek:

jp

That's got to be tough!

[Bow Tie 67]

John,

I dont want this to come out wrong but you successfully took out the ho-hum look. I really like the way it turned out and wish the best of luck at the auction. On a side note holy crap is your grass long. :)

Matt

[Jim Nilsen]

Hi John, The car looks better all of the time and just think what it would look like next year? Oh yea,there won't be a next year !!!!!!

Good luck and I hope everyone leaves the show smiling unless you are crying because you are soooo happy. I bet you will be nervous like having a baby.

I'll be rooting for 6 digits+

[parsonsj]

Thanks again, guys!

Here are the native images (right click, copy ... paste):

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https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/medium2-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/medium3-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/mediuma1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/mediuma2-1.jpg
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[ProdigyCustoms]

I think it is safe to assume weather these cars fall on their face or break the bank, A couple grown men will shed a tear or two when the gable drops.

I think it hit John when he droped off his title and was told "Congratulations, you just sold your car!" For how much is the only question.

We were invited to a BJ Parade on the strip on Weds night. At first I was like Hell Yeah! Then I realized, it may be better if I just never drive it again!

[SicMonte]

I wish you the best of luck at the auction. Please please please keep us updated!!

[67rsssls]

Nice!!!

[Part Time]

Good luck to both of you. My guts would be in a knot. Can't wait to see what is next.

[tones2SS]

John, best of luck.
What a nice car. Hope she goes to a good home.

[novanutcase]

John,

I think out of everyone I can empathize the most since we both have dueces and the thought of having to auction it off after all that work? WOW!!! Not sure I'd be able to do that!!!!

Good Luck!!! The car looks amazing!!!

John

[parsonsj]

Hey guys, here's some under car shots.


https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/P1000986-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/P1000988-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/P1000991-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/P1000998-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/P1010002-1.jpg

[JohnUlaszek]

I think whoever buys this car will spend the next several years discovering all the cool little details.

The rest of us will get to spend the next several years listening to John tell us how he used to have a hot rod.

John, in just two weeks, you will be "that guy".

Imagine RTTH 2010 -- Parsons walks up to somebody with a 67 Nova:

JP: "Yeah, I used to have one of those babies, but mine had a NASCAR spec built 427, 3-link, and could pull 1.2g's on the skid pad AND A/C, and it was in PHR, and and and....."

Nova Guy: "ummm sure, that's real nice story..........."

[Nine Ball]

Car looks much better now. I think a set of brushed finish bumpers would finish the look for me.

Tony

[parsonsj]

We tried the brushed finish bumper, as that was in the original plan to update the car. But didn't look right between the black grill and air dam, so we abandoned the idea. Here's a chop of that:

[Nine Ball]

After seeing the 'chop, I would have to agree. Funny stuff!

[parsonsj]

Yeah... we decided that the wheels, bow-tie, and exhaust tips gave the car enough "pop" that the bumpers didn't work like that. It was one of those things you had to see to make the decision.

Carter did all that work with the 'chops. He's amazing.

jp

[skeeters65]

That car gives me wood....

What is the date of the Auction??

[killer69]

good luck John
hope you get a good injection for the next project, which i assume will start in approximatly 2 weeks!!!
you got one picked out yet?

[parsonsj]

No... no project picked out yet. Available funds (read: sell price) will have a lot to do with what I do next. :)

jp

[parsonsj]

I've gotten some requests for engine pics:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/IMG_9788-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/IMG_9790-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/IMG_9791-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/IMG_9792-1.jpg

[andrewb70]

Good luck with the sale, John! I am really looking forward to seeing what you will build next.

Andrew

[Vegas69]

For you guys that are looking to buy a quality car, here is a perfect example of a well sorted out car. Once a car is complete the ship has just sailed. It takes countless time an tweaks to make a car function properly in all aspects.

[JohnUlaszek]

what was the weight distribution John?

[Damn True]

I've gotten some requests for engine pics:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/IMG_9788-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/IMG_9790-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/IMG_9791-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/IMG_9792-1.jpg

Screw the pics, I want the engine.

Yank that mill (send it to me) and put a stock 5.3 in there. In all likelihood the new owner will never know the difference.

[parsonsj]

With a full tank of gas, it was 48-52 (52% of the weight on the back tires)

jp

[tones2SS]

WOW!!! That's a clean car, underneath, on top and in the engine bay.
VERY NICE and good luck.

[YancyJohns]

That's one car I would love to have!!! Good Luck!

[David Sloan]

Thanks again, guys!

Here are the native images (right click, copy ... paste):

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https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/medium2-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/medium3-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/mediuma1-1.jpg
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Hey JP
Man 5 years an the paint still looks sick!
I sure hate to see it go, but i know better then any body the build is the most fun!

[parsonsj]

Yep, that old paint you guys put on 5 years ago is still going strong.

Great paint, perfect gaps.

I get a lot of "blue" haters, but everybody compliments how straight the body is. It's not many cars where you can read the badges from the car next to it. :)

jp

[LowBuckX]

JP you need to stop posting pics . Everytime I look at your rear set up I rethink mine....

[John Wright]

Love the new look. After this one sells, whatcha gonna do next? Do you have something in mind already?

[trapin]

Best of luck at the Auction John. I hope it's televised so I can watch.

[Damn True]

Best of luck at the Auction John. I hope it's televised so I can watch.

I won't be able to watch that.

[BRIAN]

Car looks sharp and I hope you get your target amount. I loved the old look.
The hardest part in selling a car like that is what the new owner will do with it. It is hard for someone that does not build cars to understand that it is like a form of art. It was a design I am sure you went over in your head 100's of times and you executed it exactly as you wanted. I am sure it sucks to have to modify it in any way but you have to do what you have to do. Looks cool and glad you didn't go too far. Hopefully the new owner leaves good enough alone.

Now get some black screws for the headlight bezels. Should be worth an extra $1000.00.

Good luck!!

[preston]

I don't think you should sell it. Don't quite understand that. OH well too late now. I can barely tell the difference between the new and old as far as general appeal in other words it looked good before, it looks good now.

Maybe I'm just jealous because I could never sell my car for real money, so I'm stuck endlessly rebuilding and changing it.

[buickfunnycar.com]

Good luck JP...I love the new look!:smoke:

And good luck Frank on Empty Nest too...

[PleaseNoSteve]

I would kill to have that car. I hope it brings a fraction of what it is worth. Good luck John!

[Rybar]

Good luck with the sale at BJ. I would not have the nards to sell a car at no reserve. Especially one as purpose built as yours, and in this crappy economy.

II Much is a badass build, I as well would like to see what you build next.

[Neil B]

Looks great. Best of luck on the sale.

[parsonsj]

I washed, waxed, and vacuumed the car today. Tomorrow it goes on a trailer to head west. There's nothing more to do except rub it with a micro-fiber cloth while I'm standing around the Mandalay Bay hotel in Las Vegas next week.

I'm looking forward to something new, but I can't make that plan until I know the number. I'll know in about 9 days...

jp

[ProdigyCustoms]

We are wiping down EmptyNest as we speak, all systems good, William is over touching up a couple little things on the interior. She is without a doubt better then ever. She could just as well be heading to SEMA!

It hurt a little bit when I fired her up, the tune is so good now, bliped it a few times and watched it try to jump off the stands, LOL! After changing batteries, and firing it up, Stereo kicked on after reprograming itself from the battery being unhooked, I had it cranked when I pulled it in, Rock Star was playing.

She is a rock star, I will miss her, but it is time for something new next year.

[454bug]

Love the new look. After this one sells, whatcha gonna do next? Do you have something in mind already?

John's been talking about building a Factory Five GTM... that's definitely one of my dream cars...

I would love to see him build one of these...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/10/GTMGCB32-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/10/GTMGCA322-1.jpg

I DEFINITELY NEED ONE OF THESE IN MY NEAR FUTURE!!!!! :headbang:

GOOD LUCK WITH SALE JOHN!!

I SURE HOPE THERE'S ATLEAST TWO GUYS THERE THAT THINK THEY CAN'T LIVE WITHOUT YOUR CAR...

[Steve1968LS2]

This thread makes me sad.. and makes me wish I had more liquid assets..

[zbugger]

I'm just glad I had the opportunity to see both of these cars in person. They're both amazing vehicles. Best of luck to both of you guys on the sales. And I look forward to seeing your next projects.

[Flash68]

Amazing car. Glad I got to see it at SEMA 2 years ago. Good luck John. On to something new!

[John Wright]

John's been talking about building a Factory Five GTM... that's definitely one of my dream cars...

Whoa....that is a sweet looking car. One of those that look like it's speeding while it's sitting still.

[Tiger]

hell yeah get rid of that old junker! now seriously John, listen to me: DONT DO IT!!!
you will probably try to mime BANGKOK once a month forever if you sell it.
anyhow the one car Ray is proposing is sweet, same is a Pantera.

good luck with the sale!

[trapin]

II Much was definitely one for the ages here on Pro-Touring.com. It's like The Mule; if you've been a member here for the past 6 or 7 years you will never forget it. It gave new meaning to the term "one off." Try as they may there will never be another one like it.

If this is the car that does it for you than you'd better have your ass in Vegas next week. Otherwise you'll be left having to build one yourself. And if that's the option your faced with than I hope you're as half crazy as Parsons was.

So long II Much, and thanks for the memories. :cheers:

[JEFFTATE]

I like the upgrades John .
I hate to see you sell it.
I hope you get a good price..

What are you gonna' build next ???
Something Mid-Engine ???

[rob07002]

For some reason, I can envision a license plate that reads...

"ALLBIZNS"

All Business

Looks killer - Best of luck at BJ

[parsonsj]

Thanks again, guys. Here's the car, ready for its ride across the country.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/10/IMG_0030-1.jpg

[Flash68]

Do you have some numbers in mind?

Your realistic/hopeful number?

and then your bottom line acceptable-still happy number?

[Damn True]

I dunno if that's the kind of thing you want to either ask or disclose at this point.

[Flash68]

Maybe... maybe not. He can choose to answer or not. I think it's safe to say most, if not all, buyers of BJ-Vegas are not watching this thread.

[Damn True]

Just my opinion, but I consider that sort of thing none of my business. Kinda like asking how much someone spent on a build.

[Flash68]

And this is just my opinion, but I don't consider those 2 things analogous. One is a fixed number, one is an opinion of value really and wishful thinking. Two very different things....

Moving on....

[LateNight72]

Do you have some numbers in mind?

Your realistic/hopeful number?

and then your bottom line acceptable-still happy number?
I agree 100% with True.

That said, if you want to get an idea, look at John's for sale thread here. Aside from that, not my business.

[Flash68]

Thanks for your opinion guys. No disrespect intended to anyone, but honestly I didn't ask either of you. If he declines to answer the questions, I have no problem with that.

And I have seen his for sale thread(s).

[Damn True]

And this is just my opinion, but I don't consider those 2 things analogous. One is a fixed number, one is an opinion of value really and wishful thinking. Two very different things....

Moving on....

I don't think they are analogous either except in that neither is any of my business.

[parsonsj]

I've got a "shoot myself" number, a "live with it" number, a "pretty decent" number, and a "holy cow, where's the Ferrari dealership?" number.

I might disclose them after the sale.

jp

[monza]

I've got a "shoot myself" number, a "live with it" number, a "pretty decent" number, and a "holy cow, where's the Ferrari dealership?" number.

I might disclose them after the sale.

jp

Let's hope its the last option!:1st:

(it really is depressing to see that car go)

[Mike Holleman]

I've got a "shoot myself" number, a "live with it" number, a "pretty decent" number, and a "holy cow, where's the Ferrari dealership?" number.

I might disclose them after the sale.

jp
John, I don't mind telling you I'm real nervous for you. I know what you have invested in that car and I don't mean just money. It is a part of you. However it turns out I have huge respect for what you have built. It is one of a kind and has greatly influenced my last two builds.
Hopefully at least two bidders will recognize what they have in front of them and force the price to where it belongs. Best of luck.
Mike Holleman

[Flash68]

I've got a "shoot myself" number, a "live with it" number, a "pretty decent" number, and a "holy cow, where's the Ferrari dealership?" number.

I might disclose them after the sale.

jp

Figured you did, John.

I wish you the best. It's one of my favorite cars around. :machine:

[Damn True]

I've got a "shoot myself" number, a "live with it" number, a "pretty decent" number, and a "holy cow, where's the Ferrari dealership?" number.

I might disclose them after the sale.

jp

Just in case.

http://www.penskewynnferrari.com/

[Flash68]

I'd recommend an Underground Racing Twin Turbo Gallardo myself. :)

[Van B]

I am nervous for John also. I wish I had the funds myself. If I did I would make sure I was there to try and buy it to keep it in the family, so to speak.

No offense to Frank, but I am not as nervous for him. Probably due to the fact that building cars is his business and I am sure he can or has written some off as business/promotional.

[buickfunnycar.com]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/10/IMG_0030-1.jpg

For anyone who has ever sold a car,that is a sad sight indeed...

Best of luck to you John,hope it breaks the bank.:yum:

[LateNight72]

I'd recommend an Underground Racing Twin Turbo Gallardo myself. :)
Everyone's doing that now...

[ProdigyCustoms]

No offense to Frank, but I am not as nervous for him. Probably due to the fact that building cars is his business and I am sure he can or has written some off as business/promotional.

Oh thanks Jeff, I see how you are, LOL!

Seriously, no one believes this when we say it, but John and I are both completely ready for anything horrible or fantastic as both of us are done and ready to move one. And we both feel this is the maximum amount the cars will bring whatever that number is. he has a plan, I have a plan, We might even do something together!

I am actually so calm today I am surprised myself. Of coarse I am feeling a little bit if sadness. Like anyone I would love to keep everyone I ever built. I feel like I would if selling puppies from a litter. But I think we will do OK. EmptyNest does have Vegas written all over it. Outrageous and flamboyant as it is.

I actually think my buddy Bob was more upset to see the cars go on the truck then Joh and I were. But Bob won't ever sell anything, even if they are in pieces for 20 years and completely useless, he feels safe having half a dozen cars, LOL! That reminds me, maybe John and I can do a project together and get one of Bob's cars running!

And I think John will do OK, I just wish EmptyNest went first so I could buy II Much if it goes to cheap, LOL! See what kind of friend I am John!

[The Rook]

Good luck John! I still remember the first time I saw your car in a magazine.....It was just a pic of the car in your driveway in a build section. Thats the kind of car this build is, you'll always remember it (Unless your next project is that much better and we forget about it overnight!)

[parsonsj]

Yeah, Bob was pretty funny. He kept asking me over and over if I was sure about this. Then he went on and on about how he might be able to buy them. He called me twice, just to check on how I was doing.

He was really upset about it all.

As for me, I've got an empty garage. Well almost. I had Ro McGonegal's big-ass Chevy here for a couple nights while I fixed the wiring in his XFI. And now I've got my daughter's little 12 year old Saab there while I fix the A/C.

My son (age 13), who isn't the best at paying attention, asked me where the car was. He was astonished when I told him, "It's gone".

jp

[parsonsj]

Frank if you had bought II Much, you would have had to deal with Bob when you went to sell it later! :)

jp

[ProdigyCustoms]

Frank if you had bought II Much, you would have had to deal with Bob when you went to sell it later! :)

jp

ROFL, He just called to wish me happy birthday and asked if we were really doing this, ROFLMAO! He is still thinking of ways we could back out some how. He wanted to know what happened if the truck didn't make it, I cnat tpye I am laughing so hard, God Bless his heart! If he had the money he really would have written us both checks to stop the crazyness as he watched them go on the truck.................I gota go, my stomach hurts from laughing!

Bob is the best!

[Larry Callahan]

Doh! Happy birthday Frank!

[buickfunnycar.com]

Yeah, Bob was pretty funny. He kept asking me over and over if I was sure about this. Then he went on and on about how he might be able to buy them. He called me twice, just to check on how I was doing.

He was really upset about it all.

As for me, I've got an empty garage. Well almost. I had Ro McGonegal's big-ass Chevy here for a couple nights while I fixed the wiring in his XFI. And now I've got my daughter's little 12 year old Saab there while I fix the A/C.

My son (age 13), who isn't the best at paying attention, asked me where the car was. He was astonished when I told him, "It's gone".

jp

Say hi to Ro for me...what a character!

[oestek]

John, I hope it gets you the big number and it goes to a new owner who "gets" it. Who knows, you may end up the personal wrench to the new guy.

[parsonsj]

Thanks Kevin. It's always better being a personal wrench than being a personal wench.

jp

[Flash68]

Everyone's doing that now...

Hmm, didn't know "everyone" had that kind of coin. Apparently we aren't in a recession after all.

:bsjerk:

[Larry Callahan]

I think I missed II Much on the block. Did it air last night?

[parsonsj]

This Friday, the 9th. Frank goes on the 10th.

You're off by a week. :)

jp

[Larry Callahan]

Wow! I better go get another cup of coffee and wake up. lol

[Twentyover]

Oh No! Not another coffe thread!

[MarkM66]

Thanks again, guys. Here's the car, ready for its ride across the country.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/10/IMG_0030-1.jpg

What car is in front of yours?

Who's transporting it out there? Contractor?

[parsonsj]

The car in front of me is a Mustang. 69 Mach I, I think. All the cars are being transported by Exotic Car Transport.

jp

[JohnUlaszek]

I am sure the car is in good hands, but damn, it would be hard to hand the keys over.
You know, I would have been happy to drive it to Vegas for you. I wouldn't have went over 55mph the whole way -- speed being dangerous and all...

[MarkM66]

The car in front of me is a Mustang. 69 Mach I, I think. All the cars are being transported by Exotic Car Transport.

jp

When does the car arrive at the auction? Do you have to be there when they unload it?

[parsonsj]

I just got off the phone with Dirc, the driver at Exotic Car Transport. He says he'll be there Monday night. I get there Tuesday morning. I'm not sure what the protocol will be when the car arrives. Dirc thinks the B-J people drive the cars into position, but he wasn't sure.

I'll know more Tuesday, obviously.

jp

[Steve1968LS2]

I just got off the phone with Dirc, the driver at Exotic Car Transport. He says he'll be there Monday night. I get there Tuesday morning. I'm not sure what the protocol will be when the car arrives. Dirc thinks the B-J people drive the cars into position, but he wasn't sure.

I'll know more Tuesday, obviously.

jp

You can drive the car onto the block. Once on the block the BJ people take over and drive it off the block.

That's how it worked in Scottsdale.. Rev it loud and proud when you drive up there. Oh, and MAKE SURE it starts.. the Poison Dart was pushed onto the block and look how that went.

Good luck!

[rogue]

cars looking great. Best of luck at the auction John.

[JohnUlaszek]

So how do all of us at home watch the fun? Is it televised live, or is there going to be something on the web? Twitter, etc?

[ProdigyCustoms]

Both cars should be on TV 7 to 7:30 Pacific time, II Much Friday, EmptyNest Saturday

[tones2SS]

Both cars should be on TV 7 to 7:30 Pacific time, II Much Friday, EmptyNest Saturday

I'll be on the lookout for both of them.
Good luck to you both!!

[zo66]

good luck guys, i know i couldnt do it that way,but quality always brings money. they are both great cars

[Flash68]

My car is no where near the quality and cache of these 2, but I would still love to put mine up there for the thrill of it! Man, the drama!

Good luck to both! Hoping for big numbers!

[ProdigyCustoms]

John is out there already. I had a car to deliver last night in Sout Carolina. As I rushed back from delivering a car John called me a couple dozen times through the day step by step as the cars got in. What a great friend. I felt like I was right there!

Both cars are safe and staged. I head out early morning. So now we put on our pimp hats and sell our asses off!

[Bow Tie 67]

For anyone who has ever sold a car,that is a sad sight indeed...

Best of luck to you John,hope it breaks the bank.:yum:

I have video of my 67 being driven into the transport trailer. There was alot of me in that car, but like John and Frank have said I was ready to move on.

[Ron S]

My Cuda sold at BJ Scottsdale.The only advice I can give, is to be sure not to tell potential buyers that the car will go off at 7-7:30 pm.Give them a bigger time window,if the car goes early, alot of times the buyers aren't in the tent.Got read the riot act by a couple of guys that wanted the car,and showed up at the time that I told them,but the car was already gone.Good luck,I'll be rooting for you(BIG MONEY). Ron

[MarkM66]

John,

I was hoping you had internet access, and could keep us "in the loop".

[6'9"Witha69]

John,

I was hoping you had internet access, and could keep us "in the loop".He has an iPhone, next best thing!

[MarkM66]

He has an iPhone, next best thing!

Then where the F is he!? j/k :smoke:

[ProMav71]

I'll be watching. Good luck you guys. Hoe they bring BIG MONEY!

[Bow Tie 67]

Then where the F is he!? j/k :smoke:

Dude hes in Vegas, need I say more.

[andrewb70]

Dude hes in Vegas, need I say more.

But he does have an iPhone, so he can easily update <throwing John under the bus...LOL>

Andrew

[andrewb70]

I just got off the phone with John. He is at the auction and just walking around. He said there are about 400 cars in a huge indoor building. The official activities don't start until tomorrow, but buyers and sellers are already milling about. It seems that the 3G network in Vegas is being updated so his iPhone internet access is not as solid as one might imagine. I will post updates as I have them.

Andrew

[dadto2jays]

I am not even involved and the anticipation is killing me...Cant wait to see the final bids on both cars, I hope is lots of $$$$$$

[Rhino]

It seems that the 3G network in Vegas is being updated so his iPhone internet access is not as solid as one might imagine.

One can't stress that enough. I was out there a few months ago with a few guys. I have an iPhone on T-Mobile, a friend with AT&T. The AT&T coverage was extremely intermittent. Something good to know if you're planning on being there.

[Steve1968LS2]

I am not even involved and the anticipation is killing me...Cant wait to see the final bids on both cars, I hope is lots of $$$$$$

Same here.. It's not even my car and the anticipation is brutal!

I wonder if John has used up his free drink card yet.. lol

[ProdigyCustoms]

Were here, cars are great. i hope to check in once a day.

To be honest, we probably brought a couple of the nicest cars here. So that can be good and bad?

Whatever whatever.

[Steve1968LS2]

Were here, cars are great. i hope to check in once a day.

To be honest, we probably brought a couple of the nicest cars here. So that can be good and bad?

Whatever whatever.

Is it crowded? Empty? Lots of cars?

Details man.. DETAILS!!! lol

[buickfunnycar.com]

I am not even involved and the anticipation is killing me...

You and me both...can't wait till Friday!:yum:

[ProdigyCustoms]

Lots of cars but i am thinking we brougght the nicest cars. Certainly the nicest pro Touring cars. Don;t know if that is good or bad, hoping there is enough nice stuff here to bring the money out!

Gotta go,

[dadto2jays]

Watching the clock and counting the minutes....:)

[team 68 chevelle]

Good luck bud..keppin big money thoughts for ya.

[andrewb70]

Tonight is the big night...Woot!!!

Andrew

[JEFFTATE]

Is it still gonna' be around 7:00 to 7:30 ????

[69496]

I am nervous for you and I don't even know you. I am trying to record the auction on Speed so I don't miss anything. So far from what i have seen on tv it seems to be going both ways. Some have gone for good deals while some have been sold pretty high. What is your impression of how the cars and crowd are. What kind of attention is your car getting.

[SicMonte]

I watched the auction for about two hours last night. During one of the breaks they were panning a shot of the convention center and there she was...II Much in all her glory!!!!! Car looked good there on the corner of the row...it's all most crunch time!!!

Hope you get the $$$$$

[Finch]

On the show last night they mentioned Speed would be breaking from Barret Jackson between 6:30 and 8:30 PM to cover Nascar qualifying or something. Does this mean we may miss when II Much goes over the block?

[Roger M]

On the show last night they mentioned Speed would be breaking from Barret Jackson between 6:30 and 8:30 PM to cover Nascar qualifying or something. Does this mean we may miss when II Much goes over the block?



I dont have the answer to your question, but if you go to the Speed Channel (http://www.speedtv.com/programs/barrett-jackson-automobile-auction/) website, You might be able to see it online. I don't know for sure though, but it might be worth a shot.

[Roger M]

A replica of Barney Fife's 63 Ford police car sold for $120k. Who woulda thunk a 4 door Galaxie would bring that kind of money.

[MuscleRodz]

On the show last night they mentioned Speed would be breaking from Barret Jackson between 6:30 and 8:30 PM to cover Nascar qualifying or something. Does this mean we may miss when II Much goes over the block?
Depends on your location. If it is 7:30 pt then for us in ct would put it on around 9:30, if it is 7:30 et, then it would be around 6:3- ct when they plan on cutting away. Should be online either way live.

[compos mentis]

A replica of Barney Fife's 63 Ford police car sold for $120k. Who woulda thunk a 4 door Galaxie would bring that kind of money.

Watching the highlights at the link, saw a gorgeous '69 Mustang with a 427 SOHC go for only $30K more.

http://www.speedtv.com/programs/barrett-jackson-automobile-auction/


Makes no sense at all of course...lol

[compos mentis]

Supposed to able to watch online from 4p-11p est Friday at this link.

http://www.speedtv.com/programs/barrett-jackson-automobile-auction/

[DJW32]

To Everyone,
Why is john's car lot number 409.1? Does anyone know how the number process works? I know lot number 409 is a truck built by Scott's hotrods...just curious

[jknight16]

When they add a car after the initial order has been determined, they just assign a .xx number to that car so that they don't have to assign new numbers to all the cars after that one.

[dropit69]

well if you havent seen you are only gonna be able to see tongihts coverage onnline..nascar racing is taking over speed channel on tv..so you tive is gonna do you no good at least in my time zone..central time..that BLOWS !!!!!!!!!!

[Mike Norris]

Seeing that there are 40+ cars to go before JP hits the stage and only an hour till the live action is back on Speed TV, I would say it is a good bet you will not have to watch it on line. I would be more worried about it rolling across the block before they go off the air tonight.

Mike Norris

[JEFFTATE]

I just talked to Frank.
They have about 35 more cars till John's car goes up.
So , It's gonna' be about 1 to 1 1/2 hours before they go up.

[dropit69]

yeah i have been looking at timing so they will be back on speedtv by then..wohooo although online isnt too bad to watch but 17 inch compared to 53 high def is something..lol..

[dadto2jays]

yeah i have been looking at timing so they will be back on speedtv by then..wohooo although online isnt too bad to watch but 17 inch compared to 53 high def is something..lol..



kind of what I was thinking.....

[Steve1968LS2]

Wow.. the blue pro-streetish '69 just brought $70k..

That sort of bodes well..

[James OLC]

So they spend 10 minutes flogging the Ford because it's their buddies car and they shoo the Prowler of the floor after it doubles the Ford's price in 10 seconds? The Nova now boads well...

[dadto2jays]

Sitting here just watching...can't believe that prowler just sold for 120K

[Steve1968LS2]

So they spend 10 minutes flogging the Ford because it's their buddies car and they shoo the Prowler of the floor after it doubles the Ford's price in 10 seconds? The Nova now boads well...

Wait until Dave drive the One Lap car up on the block in about an hours.. lol

[James OLC]

LOL - it should be fine. Mary burnt all those bugs off with that torch last weekend so it show well...

[JohnUlaszek]

Anyone know what number they are on? They were showing the lot number and bid price when I first started watching, but I can't see that now.

[Steve1968LS2]

That's a bunch of money for a new Mustang.. lol

It's nice though...

$275000 already..

woops.. make that $300000

[James OLC]

396.1

[dropit69]

they are on 396 or so the iacocca mustang was a special lot number for some reason.

[68fusion]

god please put the term "resto-mod" to death PLEASE!

[John Wright]

Am I too late to the party? Has JP's car gone across yet?

[dipren443]

Am I too late to the party? Has JP's car gone across yet?

Nope, you're good. Lot 397.1 just went across. JP is 409.1

[John Wright]

whew!

[slowcamaro]

are we there yet?

[James OLC]

I think I did some work on that Charger about 6 years ago... if it wasn't that car it was almost identical. John has a good chance based on what some of these cars are bringing...

[Steve1968LS2]

the trick is that you need TWO people that HAVE to have your car.

Good numbers so far..

[John Wright]

the trick is that you need TWO people that HAVE to have your car.

Good numbers so far..
...or Reggie Jackson wanting it to bring in more dough....LOL

[MrQuick]

I don't know why but im getting nervous.

vince

[GRNOVA]

Would love to see a clip of " II Much" driving down Dream Road!

[dipren443]

I don't know why but im getting nervous.

vince

I am nervous for John as well. I really couldn't imagine selling that car...

[John Wright]

LOL at the blindfolded Steve....

[John Wright]

Just how many commercials do they normally have during this show?

[dropit69]

cant wait too see what the gsx brings i know where there is one just like it in a barn..although orig motor and trans are gone..

[Bow Tie 67]

This going past 7:30pm is killing me I cant imagine how John is taking it.

[Bow Tie 67]

cant wait too see what the gsx brings i know where there is one just like it in a barn..although orig motor and trans are gone..


Darrin,

I picked that car up yesterday. :enguard:

[Steve1968LS2]

cant wait too see what the gsx brings i know where there is one just like it in a barn..although orig motor and trans are gone..

decent money at $87k so far.

I like the GSx more than the GTO... cool car.

[dropit69]

lol its so far in the sticks Matt im not sure the sun shines there..lol,,with all the comercials i bet ya they dont even show it on reg speed tv..

[John Wright]

Gsx = 87k

[Bow Tie 67]

Gsx = 87k


A friend of mine had one in High School and F**kd it up running from the police. I drove it and it was one bad mother.

[dadto2jays]

It feels like they are playing so many commercials..
.

[Van B]

This going past 7:30pm is killing me I cant imagine how John is taking it.

It's gonna be about 7:30 Vegas time isn't it?

[John Wright]

Whoop!..there it is!

[David Pozzi]

Here we go! Preview!

[dropit69]

wohoo Johns car !!!!!! sure looks hot under them lights !!!

[Steve1968LS2]

Johns car is on TV!!!

God I love that color...

[sunkistcamaro]

On the block NOW!!
edit: I thought it was..

[MrQuick]

arrrgggg freeking teeezer


I've always loved them R's $60's a nice price.

[James OLC]

Well not now... but soon...

[Steve1968LS2]

I bet the guy in the blue shirt will bid on John's car.. he was thinking of the Cuda but said he's waiting for another car.. I think I saw him looking at II Much...

[GRNOVA]

Any guesses on the stang!

[GRNOVA]

80,000

[Steve1968LS2]

they had better not be at commercial when the car comes up!!!

[Steve1968LS2]

80,000

$60k

[Steve1968LS2]

I want this truck! Imagine track days! lol

[sunkistcamaro]

What a deal! 50k

[Steve1968LS2]

Holy crap.. it's third in line!!!!!!

Why am I so nervous? lol

[sunkistcamaro]

Was Franks car up?

[James OLC]

This better be a short commercial...

[dropit69]

Franks is sat night..damn commercials..

[Van B]

Was Franks car up?

Tomorrow night.

[Steve1968LS2]

sell just a bit slower!

[Van B]

This better be a short commercial...


Got the internet feed up just in case...

[Steve1968LS2]

Got the internet feed up just in case...

Me too.. Camaro just sold.. Red truck then John's car...

[Steve1968LS2]

Whew.. the show if back on!

For God's sake.. get back to the auction block!

[GRNOVA]

Grill was cool

[Van B]

I haven't been this nervous since Bob's Cuda.

[dropit69]

speed seemed to like johns car so im sure they will show it all..wohooo the excitement..

[sunkistcamaro]

It would be my luck if my 4 month old wakes up now

[CRCRFT78]

Here we go.

[James OLC]

how about showing the auction!!!! aaarggg!!!!

[69496]

Here she comes

[Bow Tie 67]

5......4.........3.........2....1. go.......go.....go.....go

[BuddyP]

Aaaargh and my wife just put in a movie!

[Steve1968LS2]

Quit talking about the damn hybrid fusion!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[dropit69]

who cares about the damn fusion aughhhhhhhhh

[WS6]

I'm anxious and it's not even on the stage just yet. Got my fingers crossed for you John.

[Van B]

A fricken Ford Hybrid commercial?

[sunkistcamaro]

Post the link please

[JEFFTATE]

Well , the red truck's being pushed off.
He's about to go up !!!

Good Luck John !!!

[compos mentis]

Its coming up now.

[Steve1968LS2]

Damn.. its on..

[130fe]

Its on line right now.

[dropit69]

wohoo go Baby !!!!!!!!!!!

[MrQuick]

ahhh here we go.... looks like 3 bidders?



go baby go

[James OLC]

nice!

[Steve1968LS2]

Woot.. it made the tv..

$105k and growing!!!!!!!!!!!

[sunkistcamaro]

Keep going 140k

[Steve1968LS2]

$135k!!!!

[John Wright]

Wow it's doing good!

[dropit69]

helll yeah go John !!!!!!

[David Pozzi]

150000 and counting!

[Steve1968LS2]

John is buying drinks next time.. lol

$150k and growing

[Roger M]

160 ..nice!

[BuddyP]

175k and going....

[James OLC]

Woo Hoo!!!!

[NOT A TA]

No TV here. Watching this thread, waiting.

[GRNOVA]

Go go go

[Bow Tie 67]

whoooo hoooo
I heard milton's name