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Here are article -Bernie's Sweet 16 Picks from the 2014 Barrett Jackson Auction: Reno Part I

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  After the success of last years' auction,  Barrett-Jackson  is coming back to Reno, Nevada. This weekend (July 31st-August 2nd), Barrett-Jackson will be hosting their world's famous auction in the "Biggest Little City in the World".  I love seeing what's up for auction and picking my favorites. But like I said last year, Reno's auction lacks a certain oomph. This years' docket is much like last years- a lot of American vehicles and not a lot of vehicles within the last 14 years. Maybe in a couple of years, when Barrett-Jackson has been established in Reno, some more exotic goodies will roll on the auction block. Until then, here's the first part of my 16 picks. Lot 6  has a 1962 Chevrolet Corvair parked in it. This Corvair is a carefully maintained, one-owner classic that was repainted during its life. Powered by a 145cid flat-6, air-cooled engine. Located next door to the Corvair, is a 1973 Mercedes Benz 450SL Covertible in  Lot 7 . This gold and ta...

Here are article -Bernie's Car Show Coverage: 2014 Caffeine and Exotics- July 2014

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Atlanta's best car show has branched off into another aspect. Caffeine and Octane is the most dependable car show in Atlanta- it always occurs every first Sunday of each month. After the success of Caffeine and Octane, there's also Caffeine and Exotics, which will now occur every third Sunday of each month. The name speaks for itself. Caffeine and Exotics is an exotic and luxury car show, and they're strict about it (Thank goodness). Held in the main parking lot of the Lenox Square Mall, spectators can come to check out luxury and exotic cars- both old school and fresh off the lot. It's very different, yet refreshing for Atlanta. And if you know me, you know that I'm pleased with anything that is different in the city who believes in "Keeping Up With the Jonses". This McLaren 650S was everything, and it was the first time I had the opportunity to see one. Thank goodness they brought a black one instead of that loud orange color. Bentley of Atlanta brought ...

Here are article -Bernie's Car Show Coverage: 2014 Dub Car Show: Atlanta

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July 19th was the day that the Dub Car Show Tour made it's triumphant return to Atlanta. Held at the Georgia International Convention Center, this year's show had a nice mix of cars to it. Normally, it's mostly cars from the Southeastern part of the US. Not this year!!! Also, I noticed that there was a great mix of cars in the show. It wasn't just luxury and old school cars, there were lowriders, a lot of import cars, and some completely customized new school cars. Enough talking, now it's time to show off some photos. Before you ask, this isn't all of the photos. Check out Bernie's 2014 Dub Car Show: Atlanta gallery . And I have two more Dub Car Shows to cover this year- ironically, it's the two best ones.