Another Peek at the Mike and Wendy Fairbairn Collection
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On June 5, we shared a few pieces coming on offer from the Mike and Wendy Fairbairn Collection. An astonishing amassment of unique signs, motorcycles, cars, and amusements among other antiquities, mostly surrounding the food and beverage and automotive industries, the Collection is a reflection of the family’s professional history, a look back on the businesses their ancestors worked in. Very touching indeed. On offer now at the Miller & Miller Auctions Ltd website and in person on June 14, the Mike and Wendy Fairbairn Collection is remarkable indeed. Take a look at some of the offerings below, and pop over to the website for more. Register to bid here and enjoy!
Featured Lots
Lot 226 - 1973 Pontiac Trans Am SD-455
One of the most revered muscle cars of the era, the Pontiac Trans Am SD-455 was a special version of the HO-455, complete with a specially cast block with reinforced main bearing webs and valley ribs, a unique crankshaft and a lot more. The SD was a Super Duty engine indeed, built to endure the demands of racing over long periods of time at high speeds. Just 252 examples were built, 180 with automatic transmissions and 72 with a manual. - LEARN MORE!
Lot 11 - Boxed Packard Battery Cables Display Rack
It’s not the most valuable lot in the sale, it’s not likely even the most exciting, but it’s definitely very cool. Wall-mounted, the rack promoted Packard’s OEM battery cables as the superior choice for people maintaining their vehicles. Normally seen in fairly worn condition, this one presents in nearly new condition, complete with the original markings.
Lot 42 - Illuminated “Dingman’s Drugs, Soda, and Candy” Hanging Sign
If it could talk. Truly a gorgeous sign comprised of single-sided porcelain panels with lighted reverse-painted and milk glass panels and letters, each side of the sign has nine decorative porcelain panels. Normally hung outside an establishment, very few survive today, making this a remarkably rare opportunity.
Lot 60 - Rexall Dual-Trailer Friction Toy
A rare, Japanese-made toy from the 1950s, this big rig is made of lithographed tin. Listed as being in very good condition, promotional toys like this seldom survive and this is one of a few on offer at this sale.
Lot 161 - 1947 Packard Custom Super Clipper Sedan
A very important car in Packard history, the 1947 Custom Super Clipper aimed to return the brand to its normal position of premium car maker. While it relied a lot on prewar design and engineering, the fastback coupe helped lead the way in styling for the era. This one has been through a few enthusiastic owners and presents beautifully inside and out. - LEARN MORE!
Lot 195 - 1975 Suzuki RE5 Rotary
A revolutionary motorcycle if ever there was one, the Suzuki Rotary gave motorcyclists a whole new set of standards in biking. The first and only Japanese production motorcycle powered by a Wankel rotary engine, these are very rare and unique and coveted in the motorbike community. - LEARN MORE!
Lot 119 - 1983 Kawasaki KZ1000R Eddie Lawson Replica
Riding for Kawasaki in 1981 and 1982, Eddie Lawson took back-to-back championships that made him a household name among motorcycle racers. These wins also solidified Kawasaki’s talents in building exceptional high-performance motorcycles, particularly when Lawson won four 500cc World Championships in Grand Prix racing. Kawasaki created the Eddie Lawson Replica (ELR) as a tribute to him and Kawasaki’s prowess. Exceedingly rare, this KZ1000R ELR comes with a few very unique accessories and is presented in stunning condition. - LEARN MORE!
