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It is easier to state what it is not: automotive art is not the art of painting a flame job on the side of your Ferrari! Automotive Art is the image and form of the car, whether it be a racing scene or just the scaleddown automobile standing alone. The art piece can take many forms, from a sculpture in ceramic or wood to a painting in oils or watercolors to a serigraph (silk screen). There are many types of automotive art today, available through special showings, advertisements in automotive magazines, trackside art shows, or direct purchase from artists or dealers, as well at automotive auctions. The earliest automotive art goes back to pre-World War I, when speed and mobility were associated with the excitement of the new motorcar. The art took the form of posters, commercial prints, stained glass, and even fine art including crystal figurines depicting the automobile. The medium had no boundaries, it sold to the automotive admirer. Today, automotive fine art can also be seen for sale at famous auction houses before actual rare automobiles are brought up before the auction block. It is very difficult to estimate prices of new and old art; like other types of art and cars, the price depends on the buyer at the moment of sale. An automotive enthusiast is well advised to buy what he or she likes, and not what he or she thinks may appreciate in the next few years. Enjoy your investment. Artists’ works have been appreciating each year. And now that automotive art has been accepted by the public as “art,” your likes and dislikes are the only thing that will hold you back. If you are on a limited budget, a poster can be acquired for a small amount of money; getting the artist to sign the poster will increase its value. If the poster is racing-oriented, another way to add to the value is to find the driver of the car that is shown in the poster or even the owner of the car and ask for his or her autograph. For a little more money, one can acquire a limited edition serigraph or lithograph that is signed and numbered. Sometimes the subject is an event; other times it can be a specific race or specialty automobile. The price range depends on the number printed and signed and the reputation of the artist. Also, whether the artist is still painting or has passed away. After poster art, the range of work is unlimited. There are artists who specialize in bronze sculptures, such as Lawrence A. Braun, who casts in a very limited number by the lostwax process. Braun’s subjects can be the bust of a famous driver, an automobile creator, or a special car winning a race. Another artist who works in bronze is Jeff Gamble from racing such as “Duel at Avus” to belt buckles for automotive clubs. Included in this specialty is Stanley Wanlass, who often adds a handpainted patina to his subject or presents his work in sterling silver.

Wanlass often selects his models from his own collection of restored automobiles. Another talented artist is Randy Owens, who is a master silkscreen printmaker. His original impressions (also called serigraphs) are very colorful and limited in edition size. Owens almost exclusively uses the race car as his subject. His images are often signed by the race drivers who have driven those machines. Another type of art is called crosshatching by Jerry Gambaccini. It is the drawing of two layers of hatching at right-angles to create a mesh-like pattern. An original can take months to complete and limited edition prints are reproduced from the original, then numbered and signed by the artist. Jay Koka paints with acrylic on canvas. His style is a unique blend of realism and impressionism. He has been a poster artist for many international automotive events. To start collecting, consider going to car shows that feature artists such as Amelia Island (Florida) Concours d’Elegance as well as Pebble Beach (CA). Many of the automotive races (Daytona 24-hours, Sebring, Indianapolis 500 to name just a few) also have art shows where the artists appear and sign posters. The limit on collecting is not the price it is how much wall space you have left to hang more art. Enjoy the hunt for that treasured piece of art celebrating the joy of car watching.

© Jerry Gambaccini

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© RO Originals

1. “427 Cobra” © - Crosshatching original by Jerry Gambaccini 2. “Power Indy” © - Serigraph/silk screen limited edition, signed & numbered by Randy Owens 3. “Bobby Unser Indy, 1968” © - Giclee (a reproduction of the original using a high-quality inkjet printer) by Randy Owens 4. “Place de la Concorde” © - Acrylic on canvas by Jay Koka

Susann C. Miller is a watercolor and acrylic painter in her spare time, and uses her photographic abilities as studies for her art. She has written twelve books on Porsche (www.porschebooks. org). Susann has lived in Naples for the past 20 years. © Jay Koka

Leslie and fellow Lincoln Dealer Council members touring the Louisville Assembly Plant in anticipation of the recently launched Lincoln Corsair.

Leslie Sass is the General Manager and television spokesperson for Germain Lincoln of Naples. Her automotive career started in 1985 in the Chicago area where she began selling new and pre-owned vehicles. Soon after that, she pioneered programs in vehicle leasing that led her dealership to become one of the first in the nation to achieve retail automotive leasing in volume for the average consumer. She has devoted much of her work life to automotive sales training and recruiting, and her greatest satisfaction comes from introducing people from all walks of life to the exciting world of a career in the car business. Leslie left the Chicago area to work for the Germain organization in 1992 and has never looked back. As General Manager, she handles all day to day operations of the company. Germain Lincoln has been recognized with the “Lincoln Leaders” award for the past thirteen consecutive years, and the dealership has won the coveted “President’s Award” multiple times. “When it comes right down to it, the dealership employees and clients mean everything to me.” Leslie tells her co-workers and clients alike, “we have a beautiful new luxury facility, but you can never have a true luxury organization without employing the very best of the best!” Over the years, she and the dealership staff have maintained relationships with literally generations of loyal local and seasonal clients. “I am very excited about the future of The Lincoln Motor Company and our new product lines” she says. Leslie serves on the national Lincoln Dealer Council and travels periodically to Ford World Headquarters to represent the national Lincoln dealer body and their issues in Dearborn, Michigan. “There is such momentum right now behind the Lincoln brand and Germain Lincoln of Naples. I can’t wait to see where the future will take us. Right now it seems that the sky is the limit.”

Leslie with Bob Germain Jr. being presented with the President’s Award and Lincoln Leaders Award by representatives of the Lincoln Motor Company.

Leslie conducting a panel discussion for dealers at a recent National Lincoln Dealer meeting

1953 BUICK SUPER 1957 CHEVROLET BEL AIR

PRICED AT $23,995 — STOCK # P2019-32 PRICED AT $59,995 — STOCK # C2019-44 This 1953 Buick Super V-8 2dr Hardtop is in amazing condition!!!! The Buick Super was built between 1940-1958 and shared a larger body with the Roadmaster and the 1st year of the V-8. The following are just a few highlights: V-8, Automatic, Wheelcovers, Coker 7:60x15, EZ eye glass, and much more!!! 383 Stroker with Dyers blower, 700R4 trans, Moser 9’’ rear end w/ 389 gears, Ridetech 4 link rear suspension w/ coilover shocks, 4 wheel disc brakes Wilwood, Ridetech A-arm front suspension w/ coilover shocks, Aluminum radiator w/ electric fan, Electric exhaust cutouts, Custom interior and trunk, and much more!!!

PRICED AT $15,995 — STOCK # C2019-97 1990 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible w/25k miles!!!! 1990 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible/ 1990 Chevrolet Corvette in classic White with Red Leather with only 25k miles. 4-speed automatic, 5.7 350 V8 engine. Drop the top!

1965 FORD MUSTANG

PRICED AT $44,495 — STOCK # C2019-21 The owners’ father had restored the car in the 1990’s in Florida. He was an automobile collector for many years and this was his fun muscle era car to drive to shows when in Florida. The car is in very good overall condition. All numbers match. Most Mustangs of this era had little extra equipm.

1969 GMC C/K 1500 SERIES

PRICED AT $16,995 — STOCK # P2019-69 1969 GMC 1500 C/K Pickup that has a 350 4 barrel V-8 engine that is mated with a 3-in-the-column automatic transmission. This 69 GMC 1500 Pickup carries the original look and luster of its time.

PRICED AT $26,995 — STOCK # C2018-83 This 1964 Dodge A100 is all about American Pride. Here are some of the highlights of this amazing vehicle: 360 V8 Engine, Automatic transmission, Standard brakes and steering, Dual exhaust with headers and side pipes-all custom and polished, Custom wheels and tires.

1970 FORD F100 RANGER

PRICED AT $18,995 — STOCK # P2019-68 This 1970 Ford F-100 Ranger is an amazing classic pick up!!! The truck received an 88/100 score in 2017 by a AAA appraisal. The following are just a few highlights: Powered by a 429 cu Big BLock V-8, Automatic C6 trans,ission w/3200 stall converter, B&M floor mounted shifter State of Missouri truck Disc brakes.

2000 PONTIAC FIREBIRD TRANS AM

PRICED AT $29,995 — STOCK # C2019-96 This 1 owner 2000 Trans AM Convertible WS-6 has only 9k miles!!!! The following are just a few highlights: 5.7 V-8, Automatic, Leather seats, AM/FM CD Monsoon premium sound system, Ram Air performance and handling PKG, 17’’ polished wheels, Traction control, 3.23 performance axle, Custom bucket seats, and much much more!!!!

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