Michael Thies's Blog – February 2015 Archive (2)

Jim Beard's Passing

I received this letter via Dik Wesson of the ROMEOs. Another loss in our extended family of vehicle enthusiasts. Please pray for the family. Mike

"Dear All,

I am so terribly sad to report that we lost our dear friend, father and husband, Jim Beard yesterday afternoon.  He handled his six year battle with cancer with grace and fortitude and no complaint.  He was busy making…

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Added by Michael Thies on February 19, 2015 at 12:24pm — No Comments

"Big Red" is For Sale!!

I have had a number of calls regarding our plans for "Big Red", our 959 Tribute Porsche. Our friend Rich Adams has it as a consigned vehicle in his collection in Flowery Branch, GA. We are very humbled to have it part of his very high end collection. He is such a great guy and dear friend. Check it our along with his collection. For those who have been considering it,please contact Rich directly. …

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Added by Michael Thies on February 10, 2015 at 5:30pm — No Comments

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A Bite of History: The Porsche 356 “Outlaw” by Mike Thies

A Bite of History- by Mike Thies

The Porsche 356 “Outlaw”

The term “Porsche 356 Outlaw” gets used a lot today, but at its core, it’s simple. An Outlaw is a Porsche 356 that deliberately walks away from factory-correct restoration in favor of performance,…

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Posted by Michael Thies on February 11, 2026 at 3:23pm

A Bite of History: Current Value Trends for Brass Era Cars (1896–1915)

A Bite of History - By Mike Thies

Current Value Trends for Brass Era Cars (1896–1915)

Over the past decade, values for Brass Era automobiles (1896–1915) have followed a familiar but revealing pattern. The late 2010s saw steady appreciation as collectors sought early, historically significant cars with craftsmanship that…

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