"I think these auctions are very significant in that they set realistic values to well preserved or restored early cars. I have re-set the value of my car do to these results."

It is important to remember that the SELLER receives about 20% less. Usually 5% seller's fee + 10% buyer's premium + entry fee plus shipping and other charges. Very rarely are these prices realized in private sales, or even, for the most part, in specialized dealer transactions.