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The Dual Motors Company, founded by Eugene Casaroll, used a Dodge chassis as the platform for their Convertible and sent the rolling chassis to the Ghia factory in Italy for fitment with custom-built Ghia coachwork. Upon completion, they were shipped back to the Dual Motors factory in Detroit, Michigan where they were fitted with the D-500 engine and the rest of the running gear. Most of the vehicles were produced in 1957 and 1958, though production began in 1956. There were very few changes throughout that period of time. It is unclear exactly how many were produced, though it is believed that around 100 cars were built during the first production run of 1956 through 1958.
This example is chassis number 191 and is painted in its factory color of Eggplant. It has been given a full restoration and remains in excellent condition in modern times. Its early history is not known; the first recorded owner was Mrs. Grace Danko of Woodstock, New York. It was later sold to Peter Balis of Ballston Lake, New York. The next owner was Mr. Wayne Huie in the city of Memphis, Tennessee. Huie kept the car for many years before selling it to a Canadian (the current owner).
This car is fitted with Kelsey-Hayes wire wheels and sporty twin rear antennas. The interior is burgundy/cream with leather seats. It is powered by its original 315 cubic-inch V-8 Hemispherical engine and mated to an automatic transmission. The power convertible top is in good overall and workable condition. Other convenience features include power steering, power windows, and power brakes.
In 2008, the car was brought to the Hilton Head Sports & Classic Car Auction presented by the Worldwide Auctioneers. It was estimated to sell for $325,000 - $375,000. Bidding failed to reach those estimates, though a high bid of $319,000 including the buyer's premium was enough to satisfy the car's reserve. The lot was sold.
In 2009, this Dual-Ghia Convertible was offered for sale at the Automobiles of Amelia Island auction presented by RM Auctions. It was expected to sell for $225,000 - $300,000. It sold for a high bid of $209,000, including the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2009
This example is chassis number 191 and is painted in its factory color of Eggplant. It has been given a full restoration and remains in excellent condition in modern times. Its early history is not known; the first recorded owner was Mrs. Grace Danko of Woodstock, New York. It was later sold to Peter Balis of Ballston Lake, New York. The next owner was Mr. Wayne Huie in the city of Memphis, Tennessee. Huie kept the car for many years before selling it to a Canadian (the current owner).
This car is fitted with Kelsey-Hayes wire wheels and sporty twin rear antennas. The interior is burgundy/cream with leather seats. It is powered by its original 315 cubic-inch V-8 Hemispherical engine and mated to an automatic transmission. The power convertible top is in good overall and workable condition. Other convenience features include power steering, power windows, and power brakes.
In 2008, the car was brought to the Hilton Head Sports & Classic Car Auction presented by the Worldwide Auctioneers. It was estimated to sell for $325,000 - $375,000. Bidding failed to reach those estimates, though a high bid of $319,000 including the buyer's premium was enough to satisfy the car's reserve. The lot was sold.
In 2009, this Dual-Ghia Convertible was offered for sale at the Automobiles of Amelia Island auction presented by RM Auctions. It was expected to sell for $225,000 - $300,000. It sold for a high bid of $209,000, including the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2009
2012 Gooding & Company, Amelia Island, Fl
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $200,000-USD $250,000
Sale Price :
USD $214,500
2009 Automobiles of Amelia Island
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $225,000-USD $300,000
Sale Price :
USD $209,000
2008 Hilton Head Sports & Classic Car Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $325,000-USD $375,000
Sale Price :
USD $319,000
1958 Dual Ghia Convertible Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Dual Ghia Convertible
(Data based on Model Year 1958 sales)
1958 DUAL-GHIA CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 191 Sold for USD$269,500 2017 Barrett-Jackson : Northeast | |
1958 DUAL-GHIA CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 191 Sold for USD$368,500 2016 Bonhams : Quail Lodge | |
1958 Dual-Ghia Chassis#: 195 Sold for USD$363,000 2016 Gooding & Company : The Scottsdale Auction | |
1958 Dual-Ghia Convertible Sold for USD$225,500 2015 Auctions America - Fort Lauderdale | |
1958 Dual-Ghia Chassis#: 185 Sold for USD$484,000 2014 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach Concours | |
1958 Dual-Ghia Convertible Chassis#: 195 Sold for USD$385,000 2014 RM Auctions at Monterey | |
1958 Dual-Ghia Convertible Sold for USD$253,000 2013 Auctions America - California | |
1958 Dual-Ghia Convertible Chassis#: 194 Sold for USD$418,000 2013 RM - The Don Davis Collection | |
1958 Dual Ghia Chassis#: DG191 Sold for USD$214,500 2012 Gooding & Company, Amelia Island, Fl | |
1958 Dual Ghia Convertible Sold for USD$175,000 2011 Mecum Auctions - Monterey, CA The Daytime Auction | |
1958 Dual-Ghia Convertible Chassis#: 192 Sold for USD$275,000 2011 Gooding and Company - The Amelia Island Auction | |
1958 Dual-Ghia Convertible Chassis#: 5169 Sold for USD$159,500 2010 RM Auctions - Sports & Classics of Monterey | |
1958 Dual Ghia Convertible Sold for USD$209,000 2009 Automobiles of Amelia Island | |
1958 Dual Ghia Convertible Sold for USD$319,000 2008 Hilton Head Sports & Classic Car Auction | |
1958 Dual Ghia Convertible Sold for USD$175,000 2007 Bonhams, An Important Sale of Collectors' Motorcars and Automobilia | |
1958 Dual Ghia Convertible Sold for USD$247,500 2007 Monterey Sports and Classic Car Auction | |
1958 Dual Ghia Chassis#: 53103 Sold for USD$198,000 2005 Vintage Motor Cars in Arizona |
Dual Ghia Convertibles That Failed To Sell At Auction
1958 Dual Ghia Convertible's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1958 Dual-Ghia Convertible | 191 | 2015 RM Auctions Automobiles of Arizona | $220,000 | $275,000 | $350,000 |
1958 Dual-Ghia Convertible | 128 | 2010 FAIRFIELD COUNTY CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE, EXCEPTIONAL COLLECTORS' MOTORCARS AND AUTOMOBILIA | $175,000 | $225,000 | |
1958 Dual-Ghia | 2010 Gooding and Company Scottsdale Auction | $200,000 | $300,000 | $400,000 | |
1958 DUAL GHIA | 2003 Bonhams MOTOR CARS | $160,000 | $180,000 |
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