Beautiful assortment of American traditional vehicles donated to a Michigan faculty

A stellar assortment of 35 traditional vehicles — virtually completely Chevys and Fords, with a Mazda Miata thrown in — is to be despatched to public sale January 6 by a Michigan couple, with proceeds to profit Northwood College in Midland, Michigan. The spectacular assortment, which is scheduled to go on the block in Kissimmee, Florida at an occasion organized by Mecum Auctions, is valued at greater than $2 million, in accordance with the house owners, Michael and Dianne Morey of Mt. Nice, Michigan. 

“The vehicles have been a big a part of our lives, and every tells a narrative,” the Moreys stated in an announcement. “It’s time for these vehicles to write down a brand new chapter, and assist younger women and men who need to work arduous, construct one thing of their very own, and positively affect the communities they name residence. Northwood College is a particular place, full of great college students, and we’re thrilled to assist their mission.”

Among the many highlights listed by Mecum:

–1962 Chevrolet Bel Air bubble high; 409 V8 bored and stroked to 500 horsepower; Borg Warner 4-speed transmission; Foose customized wheels; purple with black inside.

–1967 Shelby GT500 Fastback, Shelby No. 01756, 428 Police Interceptor, 4-speed; signed by Carroll Shelby’s spouse Cleo; purple with white striping, black inside.

–1970 Dodge Challenger R/T,  matching numbers 440 Six Pack V-8 engine; Torqueflite automated transmission;  Chic with black vinyl high and leather-based inside

No less than one of many donated vehicles—a 1958 Corvette—shall be saved for show on the college’s campus, “as a reminder of the Moreys generosity and American innovation,” stated Justin Marshall, chief growth and engagement officer for the college. The plan now’s for the Morey household to switch the car titles to Northwood College earlier than the tip of this 12 months. By subsequent June, the college will liquidate The Morey Assortment with Mecum Auctions in a no-reserve public sale. 

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