Steve McQueen's 1951 Convertible Goes Up On Auction Block

by Andrea L. Algar
Motorheads Performance

Yes, news is that another vintage vehicle belonging to the great actor Steve McQueen is going up for sale in auction on March 22, 2013.


Pawn Stars' Rick Harrison stands before Steve McQueen's
1951 Chevrolet Styleline DeLuxe Convertible


There's no doubt that any vehicle, whether car, motorcycle or airplane belonging to Steve McQueen will draw big bucks in any type of sale. He was know for having amassed one of the largest and most impressive collections in (and possibly even out of) Hollywood.

Even though the movie The Hunter (see official movie trailer below) was not the biggest box office hit when it released in the 1980's, the 1951 Chevrolet Styleline DeLuxe Convertible that was used in the movie will be a big seller if history repeats itself.

Guy Algar of Motorheads Performance explains, "Other Steve McQueen vehicles have certainly fetched top dollar when they've sold. The fact that McQueen reportedly loved this great old classic car and bought it after the movie's production wrapped up, and that he personally used it for four years following the movie, should help to get a great price on the car which was professionally restored 10 years ago. I've followed the sales of some of Steve McQueen's other vehicles, and in particular his rare Indian motorcycles, and the bidding is intense. It should be an interesting auction."

Rick Harrison of television's Pawn Stars is the current owner and is putting it up for auction in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida with no reserve set. The vehicle comes with complete documentation including Certificate of Authenticity. Although formal appraisal estimates it's worth at $45,000 it is thought that the convertible could easily sell for 10 times that amount.

For more information about the auction, visit Auctions America.

REFERENCES/RESOURCES FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Auctions America - Auction Info on 1951 Chevrolet Styleline DeLuxe Convertible
Paramount - Trailer of Steve McQueen movie The Hunter

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Andrea L. Algar is co-owner of a classic car performance and restoration design shop in Leesville, Texas. Motorheads Performance specializes in repairs, maintenance, performance upgrades and restorative work on cars and trucks from the 1920’s through 1970’s. Her husband Guy L. Algar is a Mechanical Engineer with over 25 years experience. He holds 5 ASE Certifications from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence and has been working on old cars and trucks for over 37 years. Together they share their passion for old cars and trucks with other enthusiasts from around the country.