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Auburn, Indiana. May 22, 2017. Worldwide Auctioneers will present its inaugural California auction at the start of Monterey Car Week on Thursday, August 17th, 2017, making it the first scheduled catalogue format auction of that storied week. The Pacific Grove Auction on the Monterey Peninsula will showcase roughly 70 outstanding automobiles in the spectacular ocean side setting of the historic Pacific Grove Golf Links, adjacent to the famous 17 Mile Drive and perfectly positioned at the tip of the Peninsula for both Monterey and Pebble Beach.
“This week is obviously the pinnacle of the collector car world calendar and all roads ultimately lead here,” said Rod Egan, Principal & Auctioneer. “After a dynamic debut in Scottsdale this January, with outstanding sales and tremendous support, we are thrilled to continue our corporate expansion with this inaugural sale on the Monterey Peninsula and look forward to welcoming old friends and new to Pacific Grove this August. We extend sincere thanks to those who have shown us such considerable support along the way and to the folks at the City of Pacific Grove and Chamber of Commerce for their enthusiasm and collaboration.”
Early consignments include a stunning 1954 Hudson Italia, an outstanding numbers-matching 1937 SS Jaguar 2 1/2-Litre Open Tourer, with single ownership for the past 30 years and presented in a special-order color; the very first 1957 Dual Ghia Convertible built – serial #101; and an impressive 1937 Lagonda LG45 Drophead Coupé. Consignments of high quality, individual motorcars or collections, are now invited and can be discussed directly with any of Worldwide’s Specialists at 1.260.925.6789 or info@worldwideauctioneers.com.
Offering visitors a vibrant downtown experience and incredible seaside vistas with such famous landmarks as Asilomar State Beach, Lovers Point, historic Point Pinos Lighthouse, Pacific Grove provides easy access to the entire Monterey Peninsula. The Pacific Grove Golf Links was also recognized as one of the “Best Courses You Can Play” by Golfweek magazine.
Full information on schedules, admission and bidder registration is available here
Visit worldwideauctioneers.com and Worldwide Auctioneers’ social media properties for ongoing consignment and event news. Along with The Pacific Grove Auction on the Monterey Peninsula, the company’s annual schedule includes The Scottsdale Auction in Arizona in January, The Texas Classic Auction in Arlington in April and The Auburn Auction, held during Labor Day Weekend in Indiana
