For Sale: Not Mine THE JUNKYARD: THE RUDI KLEIN COLLECTION

[DeltaV]

THE JUNKYARD: THE RUDI KLEIN COLLECTION

The Junkyard: The Rudi Klein Collection | Auction Details | RM Sotheby's

Lots of things of interest to Porsche and Mercedes Benz folks. Also, saw some Maserati and Ferrari things too.


BIDDER INFO

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Since 1967, Rudi Klein, a renowned figure in the world of collecting, had quietly amassed a remarkable collection of automotive treasures in a modest junkyard in Southern Los Angeles. Known for his discerning eye and passion for rare and unique automobiles, Klein’s collection has long been a well-kept secret, with only rumors of its existence swirling amongst certain collectors’ circles.
Now, for the first time, RM Sotheby’s will unveil ‘The Junkyard,’ bringing to market Klein’s extraordinary collection of rare and revered automobiles, parts, and memorabilia in a series of auctions. A rare glimpse into the world of a true collector, this event offers bidders the opportunity to acquire significant models long thought lost or destroyed, along with a trove of automotive parts and treasures; true pieces of automotive history, once lost, now found.

A truly mythical collection. We hope you can join us this October in greater Los Angeles.


Schedule (PDT)

Friday, 25 October 2024​

9:00 am - 5:00 pm
PREVIEW

Saturday, 26 October 2024​

9:00 am - 10:00 am
PREVIEW

10:00 am
AUCTION

Tess Scaman​

Client Account ManagerBlenheim, Ontario – Canada
Languages: English
[email protected]+1 519 352 4575

 

[DeltaV]

THE JUNKYARD: THE RUDI KLEIN COLLECTION

The Junkyard: The Rudi Klein Collection | Auction Details | RM Sotheby's

Lots of things of interest to Porsche and Mercedes Benz folks. Also, saw some Maserati and Ferrari things too.


BIDDER INFO

​

Since 1967, Rudi Klein, a renowned figure in the world of collecting, had quietly amassed a remarkable collection of automotive treasures in a modest junkyard in Southern Los Angeles. Known for his discerning eye and passion for rare and unique automobiles, Klein’s collection has long been a well-kept secret, with only rumors of its existence swirling amongst certain collectors’ circles.
Now, for the first time, RM Sotheby’s will unveil ‘The Junkyard,’ bringing to market Klein’s extraordinary collection of rare and revered automobiles, parts, and memorabilia in a series of auctions. A rare glimpse into the world of a true collector, this event offers bidders the opportunity to acquire significant models long thought lost or destroyed, along with a trove of automotive parts and treasures; true pieces of automotive history, once lost, now found.

A truly mythical collection. We hope you can join us this October in greater Los Angeles.


Schedule (PDT)

Friday, 25 October 2024​

9:00 am - 5:00 pm
PREVIEW

Saturday, 26 October 2024​

9:00 am - 10:00 am
PREVIEW

10:00 am
AUCTION

Tess Scaman​

Client Account ManagerBlenheim, Ontario – Canada
Languages: English
[email protected]+1 519 352 4575

THE JUNKYARD: THE RUDI KLEIN COLLECTION

Jensen Interceptor V-8 Engine and Automatic Transmission

Lot 173 | $2,000 - $4,000 USD
Offered Without Reserve

 

[MarPar]

THE JUNKYARD: THE RUDI KLEIN COLLECTION

Jensen Interceptor V-8 Engine and Automatic Transmission

Lot 173 | $2,000 - $4,000 USD
Offered Without Reserve

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That much for a crusty 440??

 

[DeltaV]

That much for a crusty 440??

Transmission too, but it is no reserve.

 

[MarPar]

Transmission too, but it is no reserve.

That much for a crusty 440 and crusty 727??

I amend my statement. lol

 

[DeltaV]

That much for a crusty 440 and crusty 727??

I amend my statement. lol

you forgot the crusty brackets.

Will be nice when finished.

I am going to guess the winning bid is $1300, but you never know about those Jensen guys.


There should be a power steering cooler too.

 

[BeeFast]

The collection looks like a lot of insurance buy back or auctioned cars after wrecked.

 

[DeltaV]

you forgot the crusty brackets.

Will be nice when finished.

I am going to guess the winning bid is $1300, but you never know about those Jensen guys.


There should be a power steering cooler too.

Sold for $720

 

[QuickBpBp]

WOW scroll through final bids.. That auction BROUGHT SERIOUS CASH in!!! Thanks for posting.

The Junkyard: The Rudi Klein Collection | Available Lots | RM Sotheby's

 

[kiwigtx]

 

[QuickBpBp]

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If alive, he is a very wealthy man now....

 

[DeltaV]

If alive, he is a very wealthy man now....

He passed away in 2001. His family was tight-lipped about his collection.

 

[kiwigtx]

He passed away in 2001. His family was tight-lipped about his collection.

I was always told never to trust people with thin lips.

 

[QuickBpBp]

He passed away in 2001. His family was tight-lipped about his collection.

Thanks I didn't know the back story.. I just look at the final bids especially some of the cars. WOW

 

[DeltaV]

Rudi Klein died of heart failure on October 21, 2001, at age 65.

 

[Curiousyellow71]

Don't think it even runs

 

[MarPar]

Don't think it even runs

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