KENO BROTHERS ‘ROLLING SCULPTURE' INAUGURAL AUCTION BRINGS $8.3M

November 23, 2015 by Keno Brothers Fine Automobile Auctions

All-New Salon Experience Provides Transparent Approach to Fine Automobile Auctions

◾1968 Bizzarrini Strada 5300 selling for $1,010,800 (including buyer's premium) and marking a North American record for a Bizzarini Strada 5300 at auction in the U.S.

◾1999 Lamborghini Diablo GT, selling for $616,000 (including BP) -- one of just 80 produced and one of six in the U.S., marking a world record at auction

◾1929 Bugatti T40, competed in the Algerian Sahara Rally in 1930, sold at $464,800 (including BP)marking a world record at auction for a Bugatti T40

◾Next Keno Brothers Fine Automobile Auction to Headline June's Elegance at Hershey for 2016

NEW YORK – November 23, 2015 – When Keno Brothers Fine Automobile Auctions created its 'Rolling Sculpture' debut exhibit for its NYC auction last week, they brought in a team of world renowned experts. This served to validate the authenticity and transparency associated with the Keno Brothers name and its collection of 40 vehicle offerings – reinforcing the brand's credibility as the Keno Brothers themselves segue from arts and furniture to fine automobiles -- while achieving more than $8.3m (including buyer's premium) in auction and post-auction private sales for the inaugural event, as guests enjoyed the museum-like ambiance and luxurious environment.

According to Keith Martin, publisher of the venerable Sports Car Market, the entire evening at the Skylight in Clarkson Square Soho was first-rate from start to finish. Martin noted the many influential members of the collector car community present, including past winners of the prestigious Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, along with serious collectors from France, Germany, England and other countries.

'The Keno Brothers have shown serious intent to be players in a competitive market – with every indication that their artistic and elegant style will precede each upcoming new opportunity,' said Martin.

Amidst a very full house with a 'gallery' emphasis, Keno Brothers Fine Automobile Auctions sought to break new ground in how an auction is presented -- utilizing a rich multi-media experience to tap the imagination of the packed house with roughly 1,500 attendees -- creating a first impression for the Keno brand that was defined by an elegant salon setting and the courage to explore new methodologies.