Elvis Presley's 1962 Private Lockheed Jetstar to be Auctioned During Kruse International's 35th Annual Las Vegas Collector Car Auction
LAS VEGAS, Dec. 8 /PRNewswire/ -- The staff of the largest collector and vintage car auction company, Kruse International, is busy finalizing all details so that the 35th Annual Las Vegas Collector Car Auction taking place on December 19th and 20th, 2008 at the beautifully remodeled South Point Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, NV is another great success. Kruse is proud to announce an impressive line up of vehicles that includes "Mr. Las Vegas" Wayne Newton's 1982 Mercedes-Benz and 2001 Jaguar XK8 Convertible, Pamela Anderson's customized "LoveStream" Trailer Lounge, which she will sell in person at the auction, and the most coveted item of the event, one of the world's greatest attraction, Elvis Presley's 1962 Lockheed Jet.
Elvis Presley was known to be an airplane enthusiast. In fact, he owned three jets during his lifetime, which included a Convair 880 Jet (the famous Lisa Marie) and two Lockheed Jet. After Elvis' death all jets were sold, and today only Hound Dog II and the Lisa Marie have returned to
Graceland.
The 1962 Lockheed Jet that will be up for auction is one of only 204 aircrafts manufactured between 1957 and 1978 in a private project between Jetstar and Lockheed. This aircraft has never been restored and features original external painting and detailing, as well as original interior. The jet is the only airplane that belonged to Elvis still in private hands. It is expected that the aircraft will bring an estimated range between $700,000 to $2M.
Stored in Roswell, New Mexico, prospective buyers are invited to inspect the Lockheed Jetstar JT 12-5 on December 13th and 14th, 2008. To schedule an appointment call Kruse International at 800.968.4444. According to the owner, the aircraft can be easily moved by taking the wings off until it reaches its final destination. The engines are out of the jet, but they can be purchased for an amount ranging between $10,000 and $35,000 depending on its condition.
This aircraft is considered by many of Elvis' fans as one of the greatest attractions in the world and it would be a substantial addition to any museum, amusement park, entertainment center, or private collection.
Kruse International has already registered many bidders for this coming event. Be sure to register for the nominal fee of $75 to be part of this thrilling major annual event and have the chance to bid and own A-list vintage automobiles and aircrafts. To view complete inventory, visit
www.kruse.com or call 800.968.4444 to inquire more information about the 35th Annual Las Vegas Collector Car Auction.
SOURCE Kruse International
08.12.2008, 22:39
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