Since 1994, the Classic Car Auction Yearbook has been the ‘bible’ of the collector car market offering readers an unparalleled, in-depth analysis of top international auction sales data, following how important cars, marques and models have performed with respect to various time periods, countries of origin, and locations of sale.
As leading specialists in the international collector car market and champions for historical preservation, Historica Selecta often advises many of the world’s most prestigious manufacturers, museums and collectors.
“I love these books.”
Alain de Cadenet
“Finding – and reading – well-sourced information is key to navigating the collector-car market. One of the more valuable arrows in my quiver is the comprehensive set of graphs, charts and analytical commentary found in the Classic Car Auction Yearbook.”
Donald Osborne
“Sensationelle Nachschlage-werk”
“There is a lot – no, that should be emphasized – a lot, of work that went into making the Classic Car Auction Yearbook both relevant and informative. That exhaustive attention to detail, concise summaries and excellent design are what makes the Classic Car Auction Yearbook so valuable, not only as the catalyst for revisiting twelve months of auction history but also as an invaluable reference work.”
“We operate in a complex market that is subject to constant change, whether those market forces are dictated changing fashions, evolving demographics, politics or economics, and it is the Classic Car Auction Yearbook that is the go-to resource to understand and analyze that crucial market data.”
Augustin Sabatie-Garat, Director of Sales – EMEA
“A favorite book”
“Price Guides are useful references but for serious buyers who wish to be informed there is no better way to scope out value perceptions and trends than in these easy-to-read and sequentially-organized pages.”
“…this thorough, beautifully done annually-released book provides an exceptional recap reference on the status of the then-current market.”
“There’s no better single way for keeping track of the international collector-car market than this beautifully produced hardcover volume.”
“Now in its 25th edition, this hardback annual is the definitive ‘go to’ resource for anyone interested in the classic car market.”
“[A] massive and fascinatingly detailed book full of auction results, charts and graphs…”
“The volume has always been a ‘must-have’ on every serious collector’s bookshelf, the definitive written account of annual classic car trading…This year’s edition is no exception.”
“This book shows that data can be beautiful – and that flipping pages may be a more desirable way to graze and digest data.”
“We at Hemmings find it an indispensable part of our research library.”
“The book offers everyone the opportunity to play with numbers, creating their own personal analysis.”
“A copy of Historica Selecta’s new Classic Car [Auction] Yearbook is an essential addition to any collector’s coffee table…”
“Beyond being a true reference, it remains an indispensable tool for all of us – auctioneers, dealers, collectors, and even investors! It represents a monumental effort in the precise analysis of the year’s market trends.”
Matthieu Lamoure, Managing Director
“La “Bibbia” del settore”
“A favourite in the [Classic Cars] office…”
“Das Classic Car Auction Yearbook gehört zu den Sandardwerken für Oldtimersammler, – Interessenten und -händlern.”
“Each year, we look forward to contributing to this outstanding resource and greatly appreciate the diversity of opinions and perspectives it features among its contributors.”
Kenneth Ann, President
“Ecco cosa significa sfogliare questo libro: fare un tuffo in un mondo dorato, dove la statistica si mischia con l’emozione e la passione.”
“For anyone wanting to keep apace with the market the annual has become an essential reference for collectors and dealers.”
“One of the most trusted authoritative texts on market statistics, with the greatest demonstrable data of recent trends pertaining to the performance of particular vehicles, marques, eras and client demographics…”
David Gooding, President
