A W200 Power Wagon, a fresh Shelby tribute, and a custom Fat Boy: Hemmings Auctions Round Up for April 5-11

Welcome to this week's Hemmings Auctions Round Up, where we share with you a selection from the wide range of vehicles that passed under the virtual spotlights. Out of 14 new auctions that ran between Monday, April 5, and Sunday, April 11, the sell-through rate was 73 percent, which included 2 Premium Classifieds listing sales. Scroll down, and join in the fun by subscribing to the daily Hemmings Auctions newsletter to see what tickles your fancy.

1971 Dodge W200 Power Wagon

Reserve: $6,500

Selling Price: $24,675

Recent Market Range: $5,810-$11,220

The Power Wagon moniker has graced Dodge’s toughest 4x4s, and in its day, that’s what this W200 Sweptline 3/4-ton pickup represented. This example was claimed in very good condition, and largely original, its Toreador Red paint believed factory-applied save for on the tailgate. The circa-82,500-mile 318-cu.in. V-8 was said to run smoothly with no smoke. The four-speed manual transmission and two-speed transfer case operated without issue, although the latter had a slight fluid weep. Only minor surface rust was noted on the front fenders, and the vinyl bench seat had a split on the driver’s side. This Dodge came with a removable Meyer snowplow setup. Multiple videos, ample detailed photography, and a very responsive seller pushed this truck to a seriously impressive result.

1968 Ford Mustang Shelby G.T.500CR

Reserve: $193,500

Selling Price: $203,175

Recent Market Range: $188,000-$227,000

Classic Recreations built this 71-mile Shelby G.T.500CR, using a six-cylinder Mustang fastback base, as an officially-licensed-by-Carroll Shelby tribute to the 1967 Shelby. It blended classic looks with modern performance via a 490-hp fuel-injected 5.0-liter Coyote crate V-8 mated to an automatic gearbox. This Ford’s cosmetics were claimed to present as-new outside, inside, and even underneath. Desirable performance bits included a 9.0-inch rear with 3.50-gearing and traction control, cross-drilled disc brakes at each corner, and 18-inch Shelby alloys with knock-off spinners. The G.T.500CR handily topped its reserve, but–had its seller offered still more details about the build and equipment–it might have pushed even further into $200k territory.

1959 De Soto Firesweep Explorer

Reserve: $32,000

Selling Price: $89,250

Recent Market Range: $29,220-$41,520

Big American station wagons were once the go-to choice for family transport, and those hard-working vehicles rarely survived their tours of duty, making a wagon like this nine-passenger De Soto Firesweep all the more extraordinary. Looking period-perfect in Jade Green-accented Pearl White, it was genuinely uncommon, one of fewer than 1,200 built and, according to the seller, a dozen still roadworthy. It sported subtle upgrades like four-wheel disc brakes, air shocks, and a tow hitch, and the 361-cu.in. V-8 was recently rebuilt; a small oil leak was found at the seal between it and the TorqueFlite automatic. Minor cosmetic blemishes and a bit of surface corrosion were noted. Rarity and condition helped this capable Mopar classic nearly triple its reserve.

2011 Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy      

Reserve: $13,500

Selling Price: $17,325

Recent Market Range: $12,350-$17,510

A Harley-Davidson has long been a popular choice for free-spirited enthusiasts seeking two-wheeled excitement, and a customized Harley is a great way to stand out from the crowd. This menacing Fat Boy cruiser sported some $9,000-worth of unique touches, including a contrast-stitched leather spring seat, extensive chrome trimmings, an LED headlamp, red brake calipers, 52-spoke wheels, and lowered front and rear suspensions. The factory Denim Black paint was claimed in fine shape and the Avon Cobra tires had an estimated 80-percent tread remaining, since the mechanically unmodified 96-cu.in. V-twin bike had covered fewer than 6,600 miles. Ample documentation and nice photography inspired 34 bids and a hammer at the thick end of the value range.

1958 Chevrolet Apache

Reserve: $25,000

Selling Price: $32,550

Recent Market Range: $25,250-$36,410

The stylish nature of the Apache Fleetside pickup made it an ancestor of today’s luxury-laden light-duty trucks, and it’s valued like one, too, as this sale showed. The Chevy hauler in question was a “short bed/big rear window” model that was restored circa-2000. It was motivated by a 235-cu.in. straight-six mated to a floor-shifted four-speed manual transmission, the latter of which was said to operate smoothly. The brakes and tires were both recently replaced, and numerous undercarriage photos showed the solid condition of the frame and suspension. Some chips and scratches were noted in the two-tone paint, but the body’s bright trim appeared good, and the interior was said to be very presentable. This result was good for both buyer and seller.

1927 Ford Model T

Reserve: $24,000

Selling Price: $31,500

Recent Market Range: $23,250-$35,430

As with the motorcycle above, customized vehicles like street rods are individualistic, and can struggle to find buyers who appreciate their special qualities. This radical “highboy” steel-bodied Model T Tudor happily found a new home where its buyer could personally appreciate what was called a “professional, no expenses spared build” that was said to cost $65,000. This upright sedan sat on a matching Ferrari Red-painted frame that contained a 4-bbl.-carbureted 350-cu.in. Corvette V-8 with solenoid-operated exhaust cut-outs, a TH-400 automatic transmission, and Ford 9-inch rear. The car’s finishes were said to be show-quality, and its two-place, bucket-seat interior sported leather and wood trimmings. It landed smartly within the market range.