The 51st Grammy Auction: Lot 87a Neil Diamond Ford Thunderbird
1956 white Ford Thunderbird (VIN: 40AEXA19DL1641). This two-seat roadster convertible has black and white interior and both a hard and soft top. Owned and driven by Diamond. Given to him by his band.
The license plate, "EICE," is a reference to a stage name that Diamond considered ... Eice (pronounced "Ice") Charry.
Pre-auction estimate: $50,000-$60,000
Join Auction Network on Feb. 6, 2009, for the 51st Grammy Awards live charity auction honoring Neil Diamond as the 2009 MusiCares Person of the Year. MusiCares established in 1989 by The Recording Academy, ensures that music people have a place to turn in times of financial, medical and personal need.
The items assembled represent over 70 years of music history from early jazz greats to rock 'n' roll legends. The auction features the generously donated collection of producer Andy Budde, with an extensive amount of Rolling Stones and Beatles memorabilia. Also up for bid are stage-played guitars from David Bowie and Eric Clapton, as well as Frank Sinatra and Elton John signed recording contracts and memorabilia from Bob Dylan.
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brettmaggots 3 years ago