Auction Watch: 1968 Ford Escort Mk I 1300

Take a look at this 1968 Ford Escort Mk I 1300 Two-Door via Historics at Brooklands with auction on March 12, 2016, estimate £11,000 - £15,000.

Future Classic: 1983 Volkswagen GTI Mk I

The original gangsta GTI was more than a sporty Volkswagen Golf -- it was a statement from the little German company that have lived for so long on the back of the ancient Beetle -- and that statement was that VW could build a car that was cheap and fun to drive without breaking a sweat.  Find this 1983 Volkswagen GTI Mk I here on eBay bidding for $7,251 reserve-not-met with 1 day to go, located in Portland, ME.

Bug or Frog? 1960 Austin Healey Sprite Mk I

The Austin Healey Bugeye (or Frogeye if you are British) Sprite is a car that can always put a smile on your face.  Its own bug eating grill is permanently frozen with a look of glee and optimism -- you just can't hate the little guy.  Find this 1960 Austin Healey Sprite Mk I here on eBay bidding for $9,382 reserve-not-met with 1 day to go, located in Bingen, WA.

1k: Basement Priced: 1984 Volkswagen GTI Mk I

The Mk I GTI was a world changer and showed post fuel crisis world that a front wheel drive, reliable family econobox could be fun.  Its combination of fuel injected engine, manual rack-and-pinion steering, 2000 lb curb weight, and room for your junk put the GTI in a class of its own.  The paradigm is still true today and you don't need a spend a bunch of money to pick up a used GTI.  Find this 1984 Volkswagen GTI Mk I offered for $1400 near Kalispell, MT via craigslist. Tip from Oldsmobuick.

5k: Fit For A King: 1963 Humber Sceptre Sedan Mk I

Humber started life in 1968 as a two-bit bicycle company in the UK, but started producing their first cars in 1898. In 1932 Humber became part of the Rootes Group and began its slow slide into motoring oblivion, but not before they produced an interesting luxury sedan called the Sceptre (1963-1976).  Find this 1963 Humber Sceptre Sedan offered for $4,250 in Derry, NH via hemmings.  Tip from Gianni.

Myrrhcury: 1973 Mercury Capri Mk I

The final of the three Magi is named Gaspar and his gift for the newborn savior is Myrrhcury, which is not a radioactive tree sap.  Myrrhcury is the ancient Aramaic spelling of Mercury -- our favorite obsolete Ford luxury brand (sorry Edsel!).  Find this 1973 Mercury Capri Mk I currently bidding for $3,550 here on eBay reserve-not-met, located in Woodbury, CT. This feature is part of DT's Epiphany Special. 

5k: Young Anakin: 1984 Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk I

The first generation Volkswagen GTI is known on sites around the internet as the first hot hatchback, but that claim is dubious given cars like the Autobiachi A112, Austin Mini Cooper and the Saab 99.  Regardless, the GTI was a world changer and showed post fuel crisis world that a front wheel drive, reliable family econobox could be fun.  That is still true today and you don't need a spend a bunch of money to procure one.  Find this 1984 Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk I currently bidding for $5,100 reserve-not-met with a few hours to go, located in Killeen, TX.

10k: Macedonian Domestic Market: 1970 Ford Escort Mk I 1600 GT

The European built Ford Escort Mk I was the replacement for the long in the tooth Ford Anglia, also built in Europe for the European market.  The Escort was the first Ford to be equipped with a rack-and-pinion steering system (years before the Mustang II was launched only to be stripped/parted for all manner of hot rod front ends) and it was renowned for its handling prowess.  Find this 1970 Ford Escort Mk I 1600 GT for sale in Baltimore, MD currently bidding for $7,900 reserve-not-met with 1 day to go.

10k: 4-speeds: 1969 Jaguar XJ6 Sedan Mk I

The Jaguar XJ6 saloon car is a noted exception to the rule of sedans being cheap and undesirable, because the XJ6 is bloody gorgeous and nice examples demand premium cash.  This feature isn't in perfect condition , but it is equipped with a 4-speed gearbox making it a shaggy unicorn.  Find this 1969 Jaguar XJ6 Sedan Mk I for sale in Bronxville, NY for $8,900 via hemmings.  Tip from Chris D.