John Draneas is a true car guy.  He collects, he races, and he cleans them and tries a little maintenance every now and then. His law practice focuses on business and tax planning, primarily for closely-held businesses and their owners with an emphasis in all areas of income taxation, estate planning, tax controversies, and he represents car collectors as an important part of his practice. Automotive enthusiasts will recognize John from his writing in Sports Car Market magazine’s Legal Files where he has contributed for over 10 years. This has lead to a sizable practice representing car collectors. John is also a past guest on my Cars Yeah podcast on July 24, 2017 and you can enjoy that show any time at CarsYeah.com.

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Changing/Transitioning

THE VEHICLE YOU BOUGHT

1965 Sabb 96

THE VEHICLE YOU SOLD

1957 Testarossa 250 TR. #066

THE VEHICLE YOU WILL NEVER LET GO

1980 Porsche 911 SC Targa

THE ULTIMATE COLLECTOR CAR

Mercedes 300SL Roadster

WHERE TO FIND JOHN

Draneas Huglin Cooper

PARTING WORDS OF WISDOM WHEN BUYING, SELLING, OR HOLDING CARS

When buys and selling collector cars look at all the legal aspects of the deal. Don't get 'Car Horny'!

John Draneas is a true car guy.  He collects, he races, and he cleans them and tries a little maintenance every now and then. His law practice focuses on business and tax planning, primarily for closely-held businesses and their owners with an emphasis in all areas of income taxation, estate planning, tax controversies, and he represents car collectors as an important part of his practice. Automotive enthusiasts will recognize John from his writing in Sports Car Market magazine’s Legal Files where he has contributed for over 10 years. This has lead to a sizable practice representing car collectors. John is also a past guest on my Cars Yeah podcast on July 24, 2017 and you can enjoy that show any time at CarsYeah.com.

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THE COLLECTOR CAR MARKET AS YOU SEE IT TODAY Changing/Transitioning

THE VEHICLE YOU BOUGHT 1965 Sabb 96

THE VEHICLE YOU SOLD 1957 Testarossa 250 TR. #066

THE VEHICLE YOU WILL NEVER LET GO 1980 Porsche 911 SC Targa

THE ULTIMATE COLLECTOR CAR Mercedes 300SL Roadster

WHERE TO FIND JOHN Draneas Huglin Cooper

PARTING WORDS OF WISDOM WHEN BUYING, SELLING, OR HOLDING CARS When buys and selling collector cars look at all the legal aspects of the deal. Don't get 'Car Horny'!

Jon Shirley is long time and enthusiastic classic car collector. He was an active vintage racer for 20 years, has driven in rallies around the world, and has won a multitude of concours awards in both the USA and Europe including Best of Show at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Jon worked with Tandy Corporation for 25 years and left to join Microsoft Corporation in 1983 where he became President, Chief Operating Officer and a director. He retired from Microsoft in 1990 and from their board of directors in 2008. Jon is also an avid fine art collector and philanthropist in the art world.

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Soft

THE VEHICLE YOU BOUGHT

1954 Ferrari 375 MM (pictured above)

THE VEHICLE YOU SOLD

1957 Testarossa 250 TR. #066

THE VEHICLE YOU WILL NEVER LET GO

1949 Ferrari 166 MM

THE ULTIMATE COLLECTOR CAR

Ferrari California Spyder

BONUS ROUND

Jon's Alfa 8C 2900 that won Pebble Beach

PARTING WORDS OF WISDOM WHEN BUYING, SELLING, OR HOLDING CARS

Look for things that are amazing buys and for what you love. Having an active club is a huge bonus too.

Jon Shirley is long time and enthusiastic classic car collector. He was an active vintage racer for 20 years, has driven in rallies around the world, and has won a multitude of concours awards in both the USA and Europe including Best of Show at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Jon worked with Tandy Corporation for 25 years and left to join Microsoft Corporation in 1983 where he became President, Chief Operating Officer and a director. He retired from Microsoft in 1990 and from their board of directors in 2008. Jon is also an avid fine art collector and philanthropist in the art world.

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THE COLLECTOR CAR MARKET AS YOU SEE IT TODAY Soft

THE VEHICLE YOU BOUGHT 1954 Ferrari 375 MM (pictured above)

THE VEHICLE YOU SOLD 1957 Testarossa 250 TR. #066

THE VEHICLE YOU WILL NEVER LET GO 1949 Ferrari 166 MM

THE ULTIMATE COLLECTOR CAR Ferrari California Spyder

BONUS ROUND Jon's Alfa 8C 2900 that won Pebble Beach

PARTING WORDS OF WISDOM WHEN BUYING, SELLING, OR HOLDING CARS Look for things that are amazing buys and for what you love. Having an active club is a huge bonus too.

McKeel Hagerty is the CEO and driving force behind Hagerty, the world’s largest membership, insurance and media organization for enthusiast vehicle owners. He is an in-demand speaker on leadership and business success, and a trusted automotive voice for major print and broadcast media. McKeel is the former Board Chairman for YPO, a global leadership community of 28,000 chief executives around the world who are driven by the belief that the world needs better leaders and that business can be a force for good.

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Cautious

THE VEHICLE YOU BOUGHT

Aston Martin DB4

THE VEHICLE YOU SOLD

1954 Kaiser Darrin

THE VEHICLE YOU WILL NEVER LET GO

67 911S air-cooled Porsche, a ‘67 Shelby GT 500, and an Olds Dunesmobile

THE ULTIMATE COLLECTOR CAR

Air-Cooled Porsche 911

YOUR BUSINESS

Hagerty started in the insurance business and continues but has branched out into the collector market as well as many other areas.

PARTING ADVICE

Buy with your heart and with money you can afford to spend.

McKeel Hagerty is the CEO and driving force behind Hagerty, the world’s largest membership, insurance and media organization for enthusiast vehicle owners. He is an in-demand speaker on leadership and business success, and a trusted automotive voice for major print and broadcast media. McKeel is the former Board Chairman for YPO, a global leadership community of 28,000 chief executives around the world who are driven by the belief that the world needs better leaders and that business can be a force for good.

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THE COLLECTOR CAR MARKET AS YOU SEE IT TODAY Cautious

THE VEHICLE YOU BOUGHT Aston Martin DB4

THE VEHICLE YOU SOLD 1954 Kaiser Darrin

THE VEHICLE YOU WILL NEVER LET GO 67 911S air-cooled Porsche, a ‘67 Shelby GT 500, and an Olds Dunesmobile

THE ULTIMATE COLLECTOR CAR Air-Cooled Porsche 911

YOUR BUSINESS Hagerty started in the insurance business and continues but has branched out into the collector market as well as many other areas.

PARTING ADVICE Buy with your heart and with money you can afford to spend.

WHERE TO FIND McKEEL Hagerty.com YouTube Greenwich Concours D'elegance Hagerty Insider App Drive Share Motorsports Reg

Max Girardo is the founder of Girardo & Co where he and his talented team offer the most up-to-date and accurate market knowledge relating to the sourcing, selling and valuation of classic cars. Working one-on-one with a growing list of loyal clients, they help automotive enthusiasts and collectors source and sell vehicles, always matching the right car with the right enthusiast. As a market leader, Girardo & Co offers a unique insight into the collector car industry and into an array of resources that enables them to build trust with new clients whilst also extending our long-term relationships with ambitious collectors.

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Passion

THE VEHICLE YOU BOUGHT

Lancia Rally Car (four Deltas in Martini livery)

THE VEHICLE YOU SOLD

Renault 8 Gordini

THE VEHICLE YOU WILL NEVER LET GO

Alfa Romeo FZ

THE ULTIMATE COLLECTOR CAR

Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider Veloce

YOUR BUSINESS

Max says more people are buying classic cars out of passion.

WHERE TO FIND MAX

Girardo & Co.

Instagram

Facebook

Twitter

If you have any questions or comments about the podcast, you can email Keith at [email protected].

Max Girardo is the founder of Girardo & Co where he and his talented team offer the most up-to-date and accurate market knowledge relating to the sourcing, selling and valuation of classic cars. Working one-on-one with a growing list of loyal clients, they help automotive enthusiasts and collectors source and sell vehicles, always matching the right car with the right enthusiast. As a market leader, Girardo & Co offers a unique insight into the collector car industry and into an array of resources that enables them to build trust with new clients whilst also extending our long-term relationships with ambitious collectors.

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THE COLLECTOR CAR MARKET AS YOU SEE IT TODAY Passion

THE VEHICLE YOU BOUGHT Lancia Rally Car (four Deltas in Martini livery)

THE VEHICLE YOU SOLD Renault 8 Gordini

THE VEHICLE YOU WILL NEVER LET GO Alfa Romeo FZ

THE ULTIMATE COLLECTOR CAR Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider Veloce

YOUR BUSINESS Max says more people are buying classic cars out of passion.

WHERE TO FIND MAX Girardo & Co. Instagram Facebook Twitter

 

Steve Ahlgrim has been buying and selling collectible automobiles for nearly 40 years. Along the way, he put his experience to good use judging several Concours a year. While his expertise is the Ferrari marque, his assignments have ranged from brass era Buicks to the most modern exotics. Steve is a board member of the IAC/PFA, a Ferrari judging council. He also has helped in the planning of several shows and serves as the Chief Judge of the Celebration Florida Exotic Car Festival. Motorcar Gallery is a company he works with today.

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Evolving

THE VEHICLE YOU BOUGHT

Lotus Europa

THE VEHICLE YOU SOLD

308 GTB Ferrari

THE VEHICLE YOU WILL NEVER LET GO

308 Ferrari GTB

THE ULTIMATE COLLECTOR CAR

Pegaso Z102 or a Ferrari 328 GTS or a last front-engine Corvette

YOUR BUSINESS

Steve's business evolves with the market. If he senses the market is too high, he may focus more on consignments rather than buying.

Steve Ahlgrim has been buying and selling collectible automobiles for nearly 40 years. Along the way, he put his experience to good use judging several Concours a year. While his expertise is the Ferrari marque, his assignments have ranged from brass era Buicks to the most modern exotics. Steve is a board member of the IAC/PFA, a Ferrari judging council. He also has helped in the planning of several shows and serves as the Chief Judge of the Celebration Florida Exotic Car Festival. Motorcar Gallery is a company he works with today.

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THE COLLECTOR CAR MARKET AS YOU SEE IT TODAY Evolving

THE VEHICLE YOU BOUGHT Lotus Europa

THE VEHICLE YOU SOLD 308 GTB Ferrari

THE VEHICLE YOU WILL NEVER LET GO 308 Ferrari GTB

THE ULTIMATE COLLECTOR CAR Pegaso Z102 or a Ferrari 328 GTS or a last front-engine Corvette

YOUR BUSINESS Steve's business evolves with the market. If he senses the market is too high, he may focus more on consignments rather than buying.

WHERE TO FIND STEVE Business Website Motor Car Gallery Facebook Instagram @ItalianCarGallery E-mail - [email protected]