Monday, 8 December 2014
Car Dealers - What Are the Celebrities Driving?
Keeping up with celebrities has fast become part of our culture. Just a glance at the magazine aisles in the supermarkets is proof of our obsession with the rich and famous. Their lifestyle fascinates us, from their weight to their hair colour and their homes to the cars they drive. Of course, trying to keep up with celebrities can only successfully be achieved by very wealthy fans but if you are browsing the car dealers for a new car, taking ideas from celebrities can be a good place to start.
They are constantly in the public eye, and being seen in a popular and 'cool' car is going to be paramount to keep a reputation, or even build one. Unfortunately some cars owned by admired celebrities are completely out of the question for the average fan (Chris Brown's Bugatti Veyron for example!) but some celebrities do own cars that your local car dealer may have in the showroom. Keeping up with the rich and famous doesn't have to be an unreachable goal.
British film actor Jude Law owns the Audi A8, which is a stylish and spacious car with plenty of different specifications to choose from. The basic version (2.8 litre V6) has all the power that you'd really need and although it is expensive the return for a second hand A8 is decent if you can find the right car dealer.
If music is more your cup of tea, then singer Katy Perry is currently sporting the slightly smaller Audi A5. It may be smaller than the A8, but it is certainly cheaper which makes it more achievable in today's financial climate. For singles and couples, it's a fashionable and up to date buy.
If a swish and sporty vehicle isn't really your thing, then model Heidi Klum could be a good reference. She owns (among other cars) the new style VW Beetle Cabriolet. It's a fun and cute drive, which is perfect for cities and the soft top is ideal for showing off the new celebrity inspired hair-do. It's also relatively cheap, so check out your local car dealers for available versions. The celebrity lifestyle is not as unreachable as you think!
Celebrities Who Died in Car Crashes
Many celebrities have died in tragic car crashes their lives swiftly taken without any notice. Some of the most memorable are those who did not live full and happy lives their images forever young set in the minds of millions and with the question of what might have been had they lived on. The below celebrities each contributed differently to the world, but all left indelible marks which inspired and entertained people from all walks of life.
On July 11th 1956 American artist Jackson Pollock who was 44 died instantly when his car careered of the road at high speed into a tree. He was an abstract artist who struggled with alcoholism and was well known for his 'drip' painting technique and the use of alkyd enamels. He used to also number his paintings instead of naming them and in 2005 his number 5 painting sold for an incredible $140 million dollars, which is still one of the most expensive paintings ever sold.
Jayne Mansfield whose real name was actually Vera Jayne Palmer died in an accident on June 29th 1967 aged just 34. She was travelling to a talk show appearance with her three children when her car hit the back of a truck late at night. Fortunately all three children survived the accident. She was famous during the 50s for her blonde hair and hourglass figure she also won a Golden Globe for her performance in 'New Star of The Year'. Her life was also entwined with controversy as she allegedly had affairs with John F. Kennedy and his brother Robert F. Kennedy who were both later assassinated.
James Dean's star quality and charisma have transcended time when he died he was one of the most adored stars in Hollywood starring in films such as 'Rebel without a Cause' and 'Giant'. He died in his Porsche Spyder on the 30th of September 1955.
Tennessee sheriff Buford Pusser died in a car accident as a result of foul play when he was 36. His life was dramatized in several Hollywood films two of the most famous are called Walking Tall. He conducted a one man war against organised crime in Mcnairy County, Tennessee. During his career as sheriff he targeted the Stateline Mob and the Dixie Mafia. He became famous after his wife, Pauline, was killed in an ambush which was meant for him. He was such a celebrity in the 1970s that songs, books, films and a TV series were made inspired by his life.
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Celebrities and Their Cars
Classic cars, expensive cars, and flashy cars; these are part and parcel of being a major celebrity with cash to burn. It doesn't matter whether the classic car insurance is expensive, or the car itself costs more digits than we have fingers, if it looks good then it's time to buy. Check out some of these celebrities and the rides they use to roll around town with.
Simon Cowell
Simon believes he has the X-Factor with his sleek black Bugatti Veyron. It certainly is a contrast from his exceedingly white smile. He's picked a car with the ability to go at immense speeds, but with his constant jet-setting between the UK and the USA, perhaps a plane would be more ideal...
Brad Pitt
A man who is hardly ever out of the paparazzi limelight, Brad Pitt has finally found a car that is as odd as his beard. He has been photographed with a new Chevrolet Camaro SS, which wouldn't be so bad if it wasn't for the Halloween themed paint job!
Victoria Beckham
Posh Spice lost her little black dress and instead jazzed herself up with this little white Porsche Turbo. Unfortunately this car was actually seen breaking down and being taken away on the back of a lorry.
John Mayer
On-off boyfriend of Jennifer Aniston, musician John Mayer has been seen with a wide assortment of cars recently. While he may understand what makes a pretty guitar, he clearly has no idea about what colours best suit a car. He is photographed at a petrol station filling up his light blue and orange Ford GT. Yikes.
Taylor Lautner
Taylor was first seen driving around in an Audi R8, but has now been spotted driving Taylor Swift around in a Porsche Turbo. It must be so hard choosing which expensive car is next on the 'to-buy' list, but someone's got to do it.
Friday, 5 December 2014
Celebrate in Style With Vintage Wedding Cars
If you are planning a wedding at an exclusive club or a million dollar estate, you might think about using vintage wedding cars for your wedding transportation needs. Classic and vintage cars are the perfect addition to a day filled with class and style, sophistication and luxury. Photographers will love taking the couples' picture in front of a classic beauty with the wedding venue as a backdrop. Brides and grooms with a special affinity for classic cars will love the appeal that vintage wedding cars will bring to the day, and the memories they will create for themselves and their guests.
Transportation - Though many classic and vintage wedding cars may have contracts against driving them (or having them driven by a company driver) for long distances, most can still be used as local wedding transportation. These rentals keep their value as classics because of their uniqueness and their low mileage, which could quickly add up if each couple renting took the vehicles for long drives. Vintage wedding cars are probably best if only needed for very short distances, such as from the chapel to the reception hall down the street.
Props Only - If you find a classic car you want to rent but find that it is cost prohibitive, you might get a reduced rate for using it as a prop only. This means the car is not driven, except to the location where it will be parked. Often, the owner of the vehicle will have it hauled to the location as to preserve the car's low mileage. When used as props, vintage wedding cars still add considerable value to your wedding celebrations. They can be used to enhance the overall look and feel of an exclusive or luxurious party, or they may simply be used in professional wedding photographs that include the couple.
Full Event Rental - Other than the other two options above, vintage wedding cars can be used during the entire wedding celebration. Though it may be hard to find a company willing to rent out a vehicle over a several day period, it can be done. Don't expect to get a weekend celebration classic car on a small budget, however. If you are lucky enough to find a company or car owner willing to rent their vintage wedding cars for several days or more, be prepared to pay top dollar. For that money, you will enjoy transportation and the vehicle's use as a prop at the venue or in wedding photos.
Vintage wedding cars can be rented from wedding transportation companies and from local individual vehicle owners. Be sure that no matter which vendor you use, that you have a signed contract and proof of insurance before taking possession of the vintage or classic car. Usually valued at high dollar, you will want to make sure your liability is spelled out clearly so that you do not get stuck in a situation where you need to pay a huge penalty or lose your deposit. Nothing can ruin the memory of your wedding more than dealing with financial surprises in the aftermath of it all.
Tuesday, 2 December 2014
How To Determine The Price of an Antique Car
You're ready to sell your antique car, but how much should you list it for? Or, maybe you finally have the financial resources to buy the collector car or your dreams. How much should you be willing to pay to avoid being taken?
Every year more become classified as antique or collector cars. With so many antique cars on the market these days, it's getting harder and harder to keep track of market prices. Luckily there are a number of guidelines you can follow to come up with a fair price for a classic automobile.
Antique car prices are determined by a number of factors, but the most important one is supply and demand. The more popular a car is and the less of them that are on the road, the greater its market value. Forget about how much the car sold for originally. Forget about how much money has been put into restoring a car. None of that matters. How popular is the car and how many are there? That's the most important question of all to ask.
So how can you determine supply and demand? Where can you find a price list for antique cars? If you want to buy a used car, you can go to the Kelley Blue Book, the standard authority for used car prices in the country. Is there something similar for classic cars?
Fortunately there is. The Gold Book has been around for nearly 40 years, and similarly to Kelley's Blue Book, it is the defacto standard for antique and classic car prices. They not only monitor auctions all over the U.S. but also monitor private transactions between individuals - as long as they can be verified. They also have a web site where you can use there on-line search tool to find the sold prices for thousands of antique makes and models. This can give you a good baseline as to what others think the car is worth.
What is the condition of the car. This is not as much of a factor as supply and demand but it is nevertheless an important factor. First off, you can ignore the odometer readings. Many antique cars, especially those that have had significant restoration work done on them, have simply had their odometers rolled back to zero. Unless you're a mechanic yourself, bring one along to evaluate the physical condition of the car. Listen to the engine, check the wiring, inspect the engine mount and ignition systems, take it out for a test run. Any problems will normally cause the evaluation price to be adjusted downwards.
Has a celebrity owned the car? Celebrity ownership raises the price of everything. That the bid price of a piece of chewing gum spit out by Britney Spears reached $14,000, tells you what celebrity ownership can do to the price of a classic car. If you are buying a classic car from someone who claims it was owned by a celebrity, be sure to get some sort of document of authenticity - as there is no shortage of shysters willing to take your money.
And lastly, keep in mind that collecting antique cars usually turns into a lifetime hobby. You'll no doubt meet fellow collectors at future auctions and events that can give you further advice about not only valuating antique cars but also can help you find some really great deals.
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