Rare Dodge Sells At RM Auctions!

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Ok, so Dave Bortner of Freedom Boat Service is no photographer, but he sure knows some fantastic boats. Dave took two rare boats to RM Auctions in Hershey this weekend, and the news is in. The Rare 1931 Dodge - 21.5' Split Cockpit Runabout…
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Mecum Monterey This Weekend, Will Your Phantasy Boat Be There II?

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If you are waiting for the big Mecum Geneva Lake Auction you may want to rethink things a bit.. This weekends Monterey Auction has some killer boats in it.. OK , so you are not going to watch 100 boats go, and chances are there is no pre parties…
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Monterey Antique & Classic Boat Auction.

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As I drive up to my fun day on Lake Mohawk with my Grey Poupon in hand.. It's that time...Here we go ladies and gents. Mecum Auctions has some very fine and well known boats going on the block at the Monterey Auction on August 18-20th. Mixed…
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Mittler Collection Up For Sale!

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There are rare boats, and then there are real rare boats. And one of the finest collection of such rareness is now up for sale. The Mitler collection is now offered up by one of the tops in the hobby.. Morin Boats Now, that's the good news..…
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Auctions Auctions Auctions..OK, Wait, Just Two Classic Boat Auctions.

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It's that time of year again. Summer Classic Boat Auction time and things are starting to get interesting. The Clayton Auction on August 6th is starting to get some cool boats, even a very cool cruiser. And most of them are a No reserve…
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Do You Have A Big Woody?

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Well, if you are on this list you do now.. Congrats to all the big winners..  We looked over all that was done this year and here are the results.. Woody Boater of the Year.. Herb Pocklington.  That guy is a machine and lead the charge…
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Classic Boat Couple II. The Sequel…. Two Thumbs Up!

So what happened when fellow Woody Boater Mike Mayer from Lake Oswego Boat Co finally got home from his death march home from the auction? The same thing that happened to all of us.. Except the happy ending.. Thats just pure fiction..If you…
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Did You Hear That.. Was That The Sound Of A Generational Shift?

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Photo Courtesy of Kyle TaitFirst, I am an idiot.. I am clueless as to how these things play out, and am the least qualified person on earth to spew an opinion.. So I may only say this once.. Just like the show He Haw, I don't go around spreading…
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The Warner Collection Mecum Auction – A Weekend To Remember

The Warner Collection Mecum Auction is now history. I'm sure for most folks it was a weekend to remember for a long time, I know it was for us here at Woody Boater. Now we have to somehow find a way to put it all into words and reflect on what…
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Woody Boater International Edition – The Most Famous Palomino In The World

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The Warner Collection - Mecum No Reserve Auction is now history and what a fabulous, memorable day it was. Woody Boater is preparing a wrap up story on the big auction for Sunday morning, so stay tuned.One of the many great stories to come out…
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Watch The Warner Collection Mecum Auction Live – Via Streaming Video

You can watch the Warner Collection Mecum Auction live from Winsted, MN via streaming video on your computer. Here's How - Click HereAfter you go on to the Mecum home page, go to the Details box.You will need to sign up.. It free and easy and…
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Only One More Sleep Before the Gavel Drops In Winsted, Minnesota

The much anticipated Warner Collection - Mecum No Reserve Auction is all fired up and the gavel will drop starting at 10:00 AM on Saturday morning. The folks at Mecum Auctions have done an unbelievable job preparing for the event and organizing…
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Drop Everything You Are Doing!

Let's say you are having liver surgery and you have a doner ready to go... It doesn't matter. Let's say your having your first child and she is popping in a day... It doesn't matter... You will have another kid.. And better yet a chance to make…
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Hunting Season is Here – En Route to Winsted, MN

We checked in to one of those premium roadside motels at 1:00 AM in Jamestown, North Dakota en route to the big Warner Auction in Winsted, MN. You can usually tell how busy the motels are by how many cars and trucks are in the parking lot, and…
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A Title Wave Of Rumors!

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One of the great things about doing this website is that I get to meet some fantastic folks.. I hear all that is going on, and sadly, all the crap.. We here at Woody Boater a while back made a choice to stay focused on the good and leave the…
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Original Santa Maria Woody Boat To Be Auctioned Off At Warner Auction.

Less than one week until the big Warner Collection Auction and Mecum unveils a crowd shocker clearly designed to increase the hype regarding the big event.. Secretly stored away for years...centuries, by the Warner family.. The original un restored…
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Answers To Many Warner Auction Questions

We have been contacted here regarding rumors and issues regarding the big Warner collection. I have been hesitent in responding to many of the questions, frankly because I am not qualified to do so and did not want to continue the chain of rumors..…
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Warner Auction Entertainment…It's Not Just About The Boats..

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On the fence about going to the big auction? It's OK if you don't want to buy a boat now.. You will when you get there... This funny how to video by fellow woody boater Mike Mayer from Lake Oswago Boat CoShould give you the confidence to ask…
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More Stuff on The Warner Aution Site.. My Head Hurts!

This just in.. Another 3 pages of stuff.. It's stuff.. gas tanks, and stuff.. If you leave this auction with nuth'n, then you weren't there.. Bring a truck.. Click here..
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Breaking News.. More Parts From The Warner Auction..

Enjoy and imagine your home decorated with 400 vents.. Kick in your imagination.. These items just in from Mecum Auctions for the big Warner Collection Auction in October.. Make sure you sign up now....
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This Just In….More Boats and Engines On Mecum Warner Collection Site

OK, Now it's just getting silly. More boats, and now engines.. And there are more to come... A lot more.. Tons More... I am going to need a bigger truck.Over 200 items and counting.... Click here, wait.. take some Advil and then click.. I want…
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Fantasy Bidding On The Warner Collection.

Lot V44 1929 Dodge Watercar Runabout - Snoop This is possibly one of the most original condition Dodge Watercars.. Not 5 minutes after posting the new collection of boats on the Mecum auction site, we started getting emails about our favorite…
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Late Breaking news – More Boats On The Mecum / Warner Auction Site..

Lot V23 1932 Chris-Craft 27' 309 Custom Triple Cockpit Runabout - Sugar LadyMore boats to come. Dear god help us all. These are some amazing boats. The Palomino is all original.. Original finish... Sugar Lady.. Ahhhhhhhhh I need a sugar daddy…
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Woody Boater..s of The Month.. Dana Mecum & F.Todd Warner

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Dan Mecum - Mecum AuctionsF. Todd Warner - Mahogany BayIf you are in the hobby of Antique & Classic boats you have no doubt come across F. Todd Warner and his company Mahogany Bay.  F.Todd has been in the business of such boats his…
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Late Breaking News- Warner Auction Boats Going Live On Line!

Late breaking, because I am late in breaking the news because we have been setting up for the big Reedville show. We got the news around noon today FIRST and have been scooped by the boat buzz only because there is no service at the show location..…
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Breaking News- Warner Auction Videos of Inventory.

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It's like porn.. music and all. The engine videos go on and on.. and on.. and on.. And I watched it several times..and yes, with my pants on! Stay tuned for more updates. I need a smoke.....
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More Spy Photos From The Warner Collection, And the Official Press Release

Here ya go as promised. Woody Boater exclusive photos of stuff from the auction, and a un-exclusive Press Release from Mecums PR firm..... If you are a regular reader here, it's old news.. And if you are new here. Where have you been? We are…
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Ladies and Gentlemen, Start Your Engines.. A Peek Into The Warner Collection.

Oh, boy.. The teasers are now coming in from Minnesota..This image just came in with this comment.. "We’re here on the ground in Mn. And will have some pictures for you soon.  Over one hundred engines and TONS of parts! Absolutely something…
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There Are Other Auctions Going On… You Can Practice Bidding Now!

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If you are new to the Auction world, you can test out the waters today! eBay! For some reason this week is a good juicy week in the classic boat listings. I suppose it's getting close to the end of summer and the deals are starting to come out…
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Location Of Warner Collection Auction Published!

Here ya go. The Date October 15-17, 2010 The Location - 423 State Hwy 261 Winsted, MNHotels are spotty and a distance away. WoodyBoater gotten a group rate for our Woody Boater readers. The Country Inn in Buffalo MN just 17 miles away has the…
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"The History Of America's Motor Boats Is Here" F.Todd Warner

Now that we can all get a peek at just part of the Warner Collection it is becoming clear that October in Minnesota will be a defining moment in the hobby of Antique & Classic boating. The list includes a roman numeral Chris craft... A Dodge…
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Breaking News. Partial List Of The Warner Collection.

The following list is not by any means a complete list. But it is official and will give us all a glimpse into the treasures that await us in Minnesota.. It's not even on the Mecum site yet, but will be shortly... This event will NOT be broadcast…
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The Warner Collection. A No Reserve Feast Of Mahogany… This is Gonna Cost Me…..My Marriage!

We touched on this a tad yesterday and it has set of a spark... OK, a blow torch of interest. The rumors are flying. We are in touch with Mecum Auctions and are waiting for the details to be worked out. It feels like CNN here with all the interest.…
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Classic Boat Auctions..It's More Than A Hit Of The Gavel!

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If you were lucky enough to watch the Monterey 5 Auction on HD TV over the weekend, you saw three killer boats sell under the gavel. But did all 5 sell? YES SIR/Mam. One sold durring a comercial break and the other 10 minutes after the auction...…
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