Mecum Indy Fall Special 2024
Mecum will hold their 2024 Indy Fall Special starting October 3 through October 5. The auction will feature an impressive variety of classic trucks from The De Young Collection along with some classic American muscle cars.
The De Young Collection showcases semi-trucks and commercial vehicles that are rarely found in restored condition, much more likely to be junked after serving their purposes when they were new.
The foundation of the collection is a trio of Diamond T trucks including a 1939 Diamond T 509H Deluxe Truck that features a rare sleeper cab that was very uncommon when produced.
Looking beyond the trucks that will be offered, an impressive array of American muscle cars will be available to bidders, including a very special Chevrolet Chevelle LS6 Convertible.
The 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle LS6 Convertible is estimated to be one of a handful produced equipped with the 454 cubic inch V8 that was rated at 450 horsepower, although that was likely a conservative estimate from the factory. The example being offered by Mecum is an incredibly rare unrestored, single-family car that was stored in a garage throughout the family’s ownership.
This is one of an estimated 11 Mustang Cobra Jet Fastbacks built at the Holman-Moody-Stroppe shop, converted from a 390 V8 to the 428 Cobra Jet. It held the national record in 1968 as well as winning the US Nationals that same year.
Finished in white with Paul Harvey Ford branding, this became the 1969 Mustang poster car and was equipped with a four-speed manual transmission. It includes a manufacturer state of origin document and features an eye-catching ram air hood.
The 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W-30 was a pinnacle of muscle car performance, representing the zenith of Oldsmobile’s muscle car era. Initially an option package for the Oldsmobile Cutlass, the 442 model became its own distinct product by 1968, with the iconic “W-30” designation signifying its status as the most powerful iteration. In 1970, this specific package boasted a 455 cubic inch V8 engine, capable of delivering 370 horsepower and an impressive 500 lb-ft of torque. This made it one of the most formidable muscle cars of its time.
This W-30 package also featured functional air scoops, a lightweight fiberglass hood, high-performance carburetion, and upgraded suspension, making it a force to be reckoned with both on city streets and drag strips alike. The 1970 model is widely regarded as the crowning achievement of the 442’s performance legacy, offering unparalleled power and sleek muscle car design before emission regulations and fuel crises brought an end to the vibrant muscle car era.
The car being offered by Mecum is one of 1,032 examples built and is equipped with a four-speed manual transmission. It retains its original Rocket 455 cubic inch V8 and is equipped with a Muncie M21 four-speed manual transmission. It includes a broadcast card and is finished in Platinum Silver with black stripes, over a black interior.