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Darryl:

I don't think you and John are far off in your opinions. I have also attended at least 12 years of AZ Auctions and have purchased some fairly "high-end" cars there. What I have seen as of late (and as John describes) are a number of cars that are not near the quality that they are described to be. Many cars are "re-tagged" and "re-stamped" and the "finger cam" usually fails to show or uncover these indiscretions. I do not recall ever having seen the "expert" panel on Speed Vision "uncover" one of these imposters.

Also, while there may be many knowledgeable enthusiasts at the auctions, there are also a number of people with more money than brains purchasing "high end" vehicles. The bravado and egos seem to move these buyers far more than the quality of the cars presented. Many of the buyers do not take advantage of the time before hand to inspect the vehicles. (I usually am the only one covered in dirt from crawling around in the Arizona sand to inspect a car). Most seem to be looking for their 15 seconds of fame on Speed.

The lights of the Scottsdale Auctions always seem to reflect favorably on some very questionable cars. JMO Ed