This week on Modern Car Collector, the collector-car world moved in every direction at once: record-setting blue-chip Ferraris, emerging modern classics, auction previews, bespoke coachbuilding, cutting-edge hypercars, and several last-chance giveaway opportunities.
Below is the complete roundup of all 44 stories published from July 10 through July 17, 2026. Every headline links directly to the original article.
What Mattered This Week
- Provenance kept setting the price. From a record Ferrari California Spider to Steve McQueen’s Husqvarna and a nearly untouched Jaguar XJR-15, documentation mattered as much as rarity.
- Monterey and Harrisburg came into focus. Auction previews ranged from pre-war Alfa Romeos and Ferrari icons to American muscle and modern limited-production performance cars.
- Engineering became part of the collectible story. The week covered everything from a 15,000-rpm Cosworth V10 and Alpine’s split-battery EV thinking to a standalone BMW racing engine.
- Access mattered, too. Road-trip guides, live-market lists, attainable Ferraris, and charity giveaways gave readers ways into the hobby at many price points.
Friday, July 17
The BMW M10 Doesn’t Need a Chassis to Be Collectible
A no-reserve BMW M10 race engine and Getrag gearbox reveal why documented, race-proven components are becoming a serious collector category of their own.
The 15 Coolest Convertibles for Sale Right Now
From a Porsche Speedster to a new Lexus LC 500, here are 15 of the coolest convertibles for sale right now, with links to…
This 191-Mile Jaguar XJR-15 Is a Record of Who Jaguar Used to Be
A never-titled 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 with 191 miles heads to RM Sotheby’s Monterey sale. Here’s why originality, not rarity, drives its value.
Steve McQueen’s Husqvarna Motocrosser Heads to Bonhams: What a $40,000 Motorcycle Tells Car Collectors About Provenance
Bonhams lists Steve McQueen’s 1972 Husqvarna motocrosser at just £30,000-£50,000. Here’s why the modest estimate is the real story for collectors.
Serial No. 00002: The Coachbuilt Corvette That Explains America’s Quiet Coachbuilding Revival
This early Anteros Corvette, serial no. 00002, reveals how small American coachbuilders quietly kept a century-old tradition alive using GM’s LS platform.
Thursday, July 16
This Ferrari California Spider’s Record Wasn’t About Rarity. It Was About Certainty.
A record €16.7M Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spider at RM Sotheby’s Monaco sale reveals why documentation, not rarity, now drives Ferrari values.
Mecum Harrisburg 2026: Two Kinds of Rare Are Crossing the Same Block
At Mecum Harrisburg 2026, a documented LS6 Chevelle and a 25-unit Corvette ZR1 expose the real difference between earned rarity and manufactured scarcity.
This 1975 Corvette Pro Touring Build Makes the Case for Modifying the Right Car
An LS1-swapped 1975 Corvette headed to GAA’s July auction reveals why originality only creates value when the factory spec was worth keeping in the…
This 4,447-Mile Porsche 911 GT2 RS Weissach Just Landed on the Salvage Market
A 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Weissach with just 4,447 miles and a salvage title after rear-end damage is up for auction on Copart,…
Win a Fully Restored 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W30 in the Dream Giveaway
Enter Modern Car Collector’s Dream Giveaway for a chance to win a fully restored 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W30 with a 455ci V-8, plus support…
McLaren 788HS Closes the 720S Chapter — And Reveals Just How Rare “HS” Really Is
McLaren has used the HS badge only three times in 14 years. Here’s why the 788HS, the send-off for the 720S platform, matters more…
Two Ferrari Icons Steal the Spotlight at Mecum’s Monterey 2026 Auction
A 2017 Ferrari F12tdf and a 2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale Aperta headline Mecum’s Monterey 2026 auction, two ultra-limited, track-honed showstoppers for collectors.
Why the Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4 Is Finally Getting Its Due in the Collector Market
A 1995 3000GT VR-4 heading to GAA’s Greensboro auction reveals why Mitsubishi’s twin-turbo AWD flagship, long overshadowed by the Supra and Skyline, is finally…
Win a 2026 Corvette ZR1 with the ZTK Performance Package
The Chip Miller Amyloidosis Foundation’s biggest giveaway yet offers one entrant a 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 with the track-focused ZTK Performance Package.
Wednesday, July 15
Bizzarrini’s Aperta Lusso Isn’t a Continuation Car. It’s a Sixty-Year-Old Idea, Finally Finished.
Bizzarrini’s new Aperta Lusso completes a 1962 Giugiaro design rather than reviving one. Here’s why that distinction matters to serious collectors.
Classic Era Alfa Romeos Set to Highlight Gooding Christie’s Pebble Beach Auctions
Two pre-war Alfa Romeos from the Brian Brunkhorst collection headline Gooding Christie’s Pebble Beach Auctions this August, each with deep competition pedigree.
ENDS 7/16: Win This Concours-Restored 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W30 — And Dream Giveaway Covers the Tax Bill
Time is nearly up. Dream Giveaway’s concours-quality 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W30, finished in Matador Red over a Pearl interior, closes entries tomorrow, July 16.…
Two Roads to Muscle Car Glory: A 1970 Chevelle LS6 and a 1964 Nova Custom Head to Harrisburg
A numbers-matching 1970 Chevelle LS6 and a reimagined 1964 Nova Custom head to Mecum’s Harrisburg 2026 sale, offering two contrasting takes on Chevy muscle.
Tuesday, July 14
The Real Story in Columbus Wasn’t Ford vs. Chevrolet. It Was Provenance vs. Craftsmanship.
Barrett-Jackson’s inaugural Columbus auction reveals two different value systems: Ford’s documented provenance versus Chevrolet’s craftsmanship-driven results.
Aston Martin Valhalla Plug-In Hybrid Nears $1 Million at Auction
A barely-driven 2026 Aston Martin Valhalla, the brand’s first plug-in hybrid, draws bidding past $1 million.
Win a Restored 1965 Pontiac GTO Convertible: Inside the Dream Giveaway
Enter the Dream Giveaway for a chance to win a meticulously restored 1965 Pontiac GTO convertible with a factory Tri-Power setup and fresh upholstery.
Monday, July 13
Rare Lamborghini Sián Hybrid Hypercar Heads to Monterey Auction
One of 63 Lamborghini Sián hypercars, barely driven, comes to auction in Monterey, California.
Zenvo Aurora Tur: The Bespoke Quad-Turbo V12 Hypercar Explained
Zenvo’s production Aurora Tur pairs a bespoke 1,250-bhp V12 with electric motors for a targeted 1,850 bhp.
SCCA Foundation Sweepstakes: Win a 1967 Porsche 911S in Martini Livery or $80,000 Cash
Enter the SCCA Foundation sweepstakes for a chance to win a first-year 1967 Porsche 911S in Martini livery or $80,000 cash. Modern Car Collector…
Win This Concours-Restored 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W30 — And Dream Giveaway Covers the Tax Bill
Enter Dream Giveaway’s 442 W30 sweepstakes for a shot at a concours-restored 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W30. Modern Car Collector readers get bonus entries with…
Bring a Trailer Spotlight: This No-Reserve 2010 Ferrari California Is the Best Value in the Prancing Horse Stable
This no-reserve 2010 Ferrari California on Bring a Trailer, finished in Bianco Avus over Cioccolato leather, is one of the smartest entry points into…
A Few Mean Green Mopars From GAA Classic Car Auction
Three green Dodge muscle cars, factory Sublime, Green Go and Medium Green Poly, head to the GAA Classic Car Auction later this month.
Sunday, July 12
Italian Tuner Claims a 1,000-HP Ferrari 296 Speciale Piloti
An Italian shop claims 1,000 hp from a Ferrari 296 Speciale Piloti hybrid. Here’s the engineering reality.
How Alpine’s Split-Battery EV Platform Attacks the Sports Car Weight Problem
Alpine’s A110 FUTURE mule previews a split-battery electric platform built to solve the EV sports car weight problem.
The Great Lakes Collection Heads to Mecum’s Harrisburg 2026 Sale
The Great Lakes Collection, a multi-decade run of American performance cars, headlines Mecum’s Harrisburg 2026 sale on July 22-25.
The 8 Most Expensive Cars for Sale at Bonhams Right Now
BonhamsCars ranks its eight priciest current listings by published estimate, from a six-figure Porsche to pre-war titans expected to top half a million dollars.
The 10 Coolest Fords Heading to the GAA Classic Car Auction This July
GAA Classic Cars’ July sale features a deep bench of Blue Oval metal, from a ’50s retractable hardtop to NASCAR homologation legends and a…
Saturday, July 11
Inside the Red Bull RB17’s 15,000-RPM Cosworth V10 and Its Clever Rev Limit
Red Bull’s RB17 ran in public at Goodwood. Here’s the engineering behind its 15,000-rpm Cosworth V10.
Rick Ross Fed Horses From His Ferraris — What It Actually Risks
Rick Ross let horses eat hay from his Ferraris. The real damage risk isn’t Ferrari’s wrath — it’s the interior.
Great Lakes Collection Set to Highlight Mecum’s 2026 Harrisburg Auction
The Great Lakes Collection, a curated group of American performance cars from Boss 302s to Corvettes, headlines Mecum’s Harrisburg 2026 auction, July 22-25.
The Coolest Car Museums in the United States: A Road Trip Guide
A road trip guide to the coolest car museums in the United States, from the Petersen in Los Angeles to LeMay in Tacoma and…
The 10 Most Expensive Cars Ever Sold At Auction
From the $143 million Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe on down, here are the ten highest nominal prices ever paid for cars at auction.
Friday, July 10
Apollo’s Caribbean Dragon Isn’t About Horsepower. It’s About What Collectors Are Really Buying Now
Apollo’s first production EVO, the bespoke "Caribbean Dragon," bowed at Goodwood. Here’s why its build process matters more than its 800-hp V12.
Helderburg’s $348,720 Re-Engineered Defender 110 Returns to Market After One Owner and 4,137 Miles
Helderburg’s $348,720 re-engineered Defender 110 is back on the market after one owner and 4,137 miles. Here’s what its quick resale reveals about the…
Restored 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W30 Headlines Muscle-Car Giveaway Benefiting Veterans and Children
A rare, fully restored 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W30 anchors a charity giveaway ending July 16.
Matching-Blue Mopar Pair Headlines Dream Giveaway, Linking Muscle-Car Eras Under One Prize
A 1-of-1 1970 Cuda convertible and a 1-of-10 Demon 170, both B5 Blue, are the grand prize.
Dream Giveaway Offers Chance to Win a Frame-Off Restored 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W30
Dream Giveaway is offering fans the chance to win a frame-off restored 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W30, with proceeds supporting veterans’ and children’s charities.
2026 Corvette ZR1 With ZTK Package Anchors Ongoing Charity Giveaway at Ciocca Corvette
A 2026 Corvette ZR1 in Competition Yellow headlines a giveaway now on display in Atlantic City.
Rare 2006 Ford GT With Just 435 Miles Headlines New $400,000 Sweepstakes
A rare 2006 Ford GT with just 435 miles headlines a new $400,000 sweepstakes, with winners able to choose the car or a cash…
That’s the complete Modern Car Collector week in review. Check back daily for more auction analysis, market context, collector guides, and the cars shaping the next chapter of the hobby.
Shawn Henry