Five Make Offer Collector Car Wins

How Hemmings Make Offer Gets Deals Done

Hemmings Make Offer listings mirror the pace of live auctions, yet they give sellers more control. Registered, verified bidders make real-time offers. Sellers can counter on the spot, and once a bid is accepted, the car is sold. Because timing matters, the platform also supports the close with Hemmings Pay + Title, shipping, financing, and more.

Unlike reserve auctions, Make Offer lets sellers set an asking price from the start. Buyers, in turn, can respond immediately with serious offers. As a result, transactions move quickly and transparently. The five recent sales below span nearly 90 years of automotive history. Moreover, they show how asking prices, final numbers, and recent market ranges align when motivated buyers meet realistic sellers.

Spotlight: 1989 Rolls-Royce Corniche II

Rolls-Royce launched the Corniche in 1971 and steadily refined it. By the Corniche II era, the car carried color-keyed bumpers and mirrors, Bosch fuel injection, and improved steering. This 1989 example showed 20,447 miles and had been garage kept. The leather, wood, and carpets presented well, though the dash showed a minor scuff and the seats needed conditioning.

The seller represented his ailing grandfather, who bought the car in 2003 with 16,000 miles. The asking price was $64,000; it sold for $57,750. Notably, the recent market range sits at $50,000 to $65,000. Therefore, the result landed squarely in fair-market territory for a low-mile, well-preserved Corniche II convertible.

Modern Classic Returns: 2024 Morgan Plus Four

Morgan’s return to U.S. four-wheeled sales followed the implementation of the Low Volume Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Act. That rule allows limited production of vehicles that honor historic designs, while meeting modern emissions. Consequently, Morgan can sell no more than 325 cars per year in the U.S., a sensible cap for the artisanal brand.

This Sport Ivory over Dark Blue Plus Four was a 350-mile demo. Power comes from BMW’s 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, good for 255 hp and 295 lb-ft in a roughly 2,200-pound car. For U.S. compliance, the model uses a ZF eight-speed automatic. The asking price was $109,000; it sold for $90,300. While recent comps are scarce, that outcome reflects both expected demo depreciation and pent-up demand for a newly legal, hand-built roadster.

American Icon: 1959 Chevrolet Corvette

First-generation Corvettes never fall far from favor. This 1959 convertible, owned by one family for 40 years, carried a period-style upgrade: a 350-cu.in. small-block with an Edelbrock four-barrel, headers, and dual exhaust. A four-speed manual handled shifts, and the listing noted a conventional points distributor. Both tops came with the car, which adds appeal.

The seller asked $59,995; the Corvette sold for $59,845. Recently, market activity has ranged from $52,000 to $74,000. Therefore, the result sits comfortably within expectations. Moreover, it confirms steady demand for drivable C1s with tasteful, longstanding mechanical updates.

Restomod Case Study: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

Valuing restomods can be tricky. Builds rarely recoup full parts and labor, and taste plays a major role. This Camaro started as a small-block car purchased in 2017. Then, beginning in 2021, it received a comprehensive overhaul anchored by a 6.2-liter LS3 V8 and a SuperMatic four-speed automatic.

The upgrades continued with four-wheel disc brakes, digital-analog gauges, a Ford 9-inch rear, air conditioning, cruise, and Bluetooth audio. The asking price was $90,000; it sold for $73,500. Recent sales for similar builds stretch from $46,000 to $108,000. Thus, the final figure looks correct for a cleanly executed, well-specified restomod that will start, run, and cruise with modern manners.

Rarities Restored: 1939 Graham 97 and 1958 AC Aceca

Prewar streamlining meets supercharged punch in the 1939 Graham Model 97. Its “Sharknose” design is unmistakable, and its 218-cu.in. flathead six gained a blower for 116 hp. The seller enjoyed this stock-appearing car for 18 years, addressing the fuel system and other needs. The lacquer paint looked good but showed age-related cracking. With an ask of $42,500, it sold for $36,750. Given a recent range of $35,000 to $44,000, the number aligns with a solid, road-ready driver.