WHO NEEDS THE LOTTO?
May 27, 2025
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TWO WORLDS CONVERGE
Nick Barron is no stranger to building fine performance vehicles. For more than 40 years, he has been the catalyst in handcrafting some of the finest performance machines around, a clockwork of components powered by nasty big-block Chevy engines and outfitted with the finest in custom appointments. The results of his handiwork have been seen racing on the quarter-mile and in other tortuous events. His vehicles have received many recognized awards for product innovation and consumer excellence. With a reputation for quality workmanship, performance, speed and superior handling, the success of Hallett Boats can be attributed directly to Barron. The boats Hallett has produced over the last four decades have afforded him the opportunity to involve himself in a number of new, exciting adventures. Barron is not only the owner of this new, beautiful Jerry Kugel-created full-fendered ’32 Muroc II roadster, he is also the owner of and innovator behind Hallett Boats, a high-end custom performance boat manufacturer located in Southern California.
FALKEN TIRE DRIFT SHOWOFF
THE FALKEN Tire Drift Showoff was a hit, to say the least. The event was held at Irwindale Motor Speedway on a beautiful, sunny afternoon. Thousands of people attended, which goes to show the outstanding marketing job that Falken Tire is doing to help make a difference in the tuner car movement. The company took it upon itself to give us a taste of what the Japanese market has been enjoying for so many years. Among the thousands of spectators, a healthy number of show cars showed up as well—and why wouldn’t they? This was an Import Showoff event, but this car show was a bit different from the norm. It was a JDM versus DTM show. In other words, Japanese against Euro. The cars that came out were very hot, with enough JDM and DTM on hand to kill you. All the heavy hitters and the big crews such as Team Hybrid, Flux, Tuningwerks Competition and Art-N-Motion came out to show their stuff. While this was a huge attraction, it was far from the main one.
A FAMILY AFFAIR
In the summer of 1977, a young couple expecting a son decided to purchase a new family vehicle, one that would provide ample room, safety and the ability to handle their love of camping and the outdoors. After deciding on a Chevrolet, the couple headed out and purchased a new ’78 two-wheel-drive Blazer from a dealer in Knoxville, Tennessee. Optioned out nicely for the time, the Blazer was equipped with A/C, a 400-inch small block, an automatic transmission, power disc brakes and a factory tach-equipped instrument cluster.
After driving the Blazer for several years, the couple decided to present it to their son, Travis Griffin, as a 16th birthday present. He drove the Blazer to and from high school, and then was given the opportunity to have the Blazer painted for graduation.
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One-Stop Collector Car Shopping
Hemmings Introduces NEW Innovative Pay+Title Service for a Safe and “Frictionless Marketplace”
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The AutoBuilder Staff
This year marks Hemmings’ 70th anniversary. Hemmings has been dedicated since 1954 to simplifying and securing the buying and selling process for classic cars. Their latest breakthrough, “Hemmings Pay + Title,” aims to revolutionize the experience, serving as a comprehensive solution for consumers.
Powered by KeySavvy, Pay + Title addresses the complexities of payment and title transfers, particularly across state borders. It’s designed to alleviate the burdensome tasks for enthusiasts who cherish purchasing and selling remarkable automobiles.
Jonathan Shaw, Hemmings’ president, describes Pay + Title as a groundbreaking service, prioritizing the secure and efficient handling of payments and vehicle titling. This innovation underscores Hemmings’ dedication to fostering trust and enhancing the collector car community’s experience in a seamless marketplace.
Here’s what makes Hemmings Pay + Title stand out:
- Convenient Online Payments: Bid farewell to the hassle of carrying cash by securely paying for your dream car online via your bank account.
- Fraud Protection: Hemmings implements stringent measures to prevent scams, ensuring authenticity in titles and payments.
- Paperwork Assistance: Simplifying the often tedious process of transferring ownership, Hemmings guides you through all necessary paperwork, even for intricate transactions.
In addition to Pay + Title, Hemmings.com offers a range of valuable services:
- Car Valuations: Gain insight into your car’s market value to make informed decisions.
- Car Shipping: Hemmings facilitates safe delivery of your purchased vehicle right to your doorstep.
- Insurance Support: Partnering with InsuraMatch, Hemmings assists in finding suitable insurance coverage for classic cars.
Plus, with their convenient app, you can browse a curated selection of cool cars directly from your mobile device. For further details, heck out the Press Release below, or visit the Hemmings website.
Hemmings Unveils Pay + Title: Transforming Collector Car Buying and Selling
Newest Offering in the Hemmings.com Suite of Services Creates a “Frictionless Marketplace”
BENNINGTON, VT., February 8, 2024 – As it celebrates its 70th year, Hemmings, the trailblazing services provider for the collector car market, has launched Hemmings Pay + Title, a groundbreaking first in the collector car space. The service, powered by KeySavvy, provides secure payment and vehicle titling, which can often be complicated, particularly across state lines. Pay + Title is the newest offering in the Hemmings.com frictionless marketplace that helps collector car enthusiasts buy, sell, and beyond.
“This innovation is a first-ever revolutionary service that streamlines the payment and vehicle titling process securely for collector cars,” said Jonathan Shaw, president of Hemmings. “Pay + Title underscores Hemmings’ commitment to providing secure, efficient solutions that enhance the collector car experience and build trust within our community in a frictionless marketplace.”
Pay + Title features make it the safest, easiest, and fastest way to transfer funds and titles between buyers and sellers, including:
- Online Payments: Buyers can pay sellers online using their bank account. There is no need to meet at the bank or carry large amounts of cash.
- Scam Protection – Hemmings Pay + Title eliminates title and payment fraud by verifying the buyer’s identity and the seller’s ownership of the vehicle.
- DMV Paperwork – Detailed instructions for signing the title and other paperwork required to transfer ownership are provided. Hemmings Pay + Title works with even the most complicated sales.
Pay + Title is the latest addition to the Hemmings.com suite of services, built to take the friction out of collector car buying and selling. Hemmings.com also includes collector car valuation, shipping and insurance.
Hemmings.com Marketplace
Hemmings.com is the world’s largest collector car marketplace and includes a new mobile app. Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned collector, our seamless, integrated services offer an accessible entry point for all.
- Hemmings Valuations: Hemmings has been providing the resources to “check the pulse” of the collector car market since its founding in 1954. Hemmings’ personalized vehicle valuation service provides a detailed report prepared especially for an individual’s collector car.
- Hemmings Shipping: Hemmings has teamed up with Acertus to deliver a seamless collector car shipping solution directly to its customers.
- Hemmings Insurance Marketplace: Hemmings has teamed up with InsuraMatch, empowering owners and prospective buyers with the ability to receive free quotes and procure insurance policies from multiple carriers specializing in classic, collector, and exotic vehicle coverage.
In celebrating 70 years of growing and uplifting the collector car community, Hemmings continues to revolutionize the industry through innovative solutions through its extensive marketplace while setting new benchmarks in the collector car community for ease, security, and overall buying and selling experience.
About Hemmings:
Founded in 1954, Hemmings is the world’s largest collector car marketplace. For nearly 70 years, our purpose has been to grow and uplift the collector car community because we’ve been part of it since the start of it. We help all willing drivers buy, sell, and beyond through a frictionless marketplace, quality entertainment and professional service. More information, services and content are available at Hemmings.com. Stay connected with Hemmings on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Search tens of thousands of vehicle listings from the palm of your hand with the new Hemmings App.
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Hemmings
PO Box 100
Bennington, VT 05201
1-800-227-4373, ext 79550
