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About Us:
Brocker’s Beautys was
first organized in 1990 born out of Steve Brocker’s love and interest in
vintage vehicles. Licensed in 1991
Brockers Beautys started
with a small collection of
8-12 vehicles with sales primarily to the local community.
The company grew slowly and carefully as we learned about the rarity and
desirability of various models of automobiles.
In 1996 Brockers Beautys launched it’s collection into the national
arena and soon became one of the largest classic car dealerships on the west
coast.
The following is some
important information about our company:
·
The collection consists of 50
–75 classic vehicles at all times which we own and hold title for.
Located on the west coast, we have access to and constantly seek to
acquire cars that are in good solid condition and free of major rust problems.
·
Brockers Beautys has sold over
3,000+ classic and antique vehicles during its business history and has sales of
over 250 cars annually!
·
Brockers Beautys sells classic
vehicles nationally as well as to collectors and enthusiasts internationally
delivering rare cars to Canada, Japan, Germany, Italy, Norway, England, Ireland,
Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, France, Mexico, Holland and many other
destinations.
·
Brockers Beautys has sold classic
cars to many celebrities, sports figures, politicians, corporate business heads,
and museums and to many other classic car dealerships throughout the world.
·
Brockers Beautys is made up of a
team of individuals who share a sincere passion for classic cars.
We have a network of buyers and collectors who work with us to locate and
secure fine quality classic cars from throughout the western part of the United
States. Our staff is committed to high quality customer service and
attention to detail in presenting cars to potential buyers.
·
Brockers Beautys is headquartered
in Northern California in the community of Newcastle/Auburn, California, which
is just 35 miles east of Sacramento.
The nearest major airport is Sacramento International.
·
Brockers Beautys maintains a 5,000
square foot showroom and 5,000 additional square feet of covered warehouse space
as housing for the entire collection.
We at Brockers Beautys,
describe our vehicles to the best of our ability. However, it is important that all buyers realize that they
are looking at “vintage” used automobiles that are 10, 20, 30, 40 or even
50+ years old! And, as with all
pre-owned vehicles, the condition of such is very, very subjective!
Thus, we highly encourage all buyers to inspect any of the vehicles we
offer in person or by an independent authorized inspection or appraisal service
BEFORE finalizing a purchase.
Our goal is to provide our
customers with the best service and most comfortable buying experience for their
vintage automobile possible!
We have thousands of
satisfied customers and look forward to many more in the years ahead!
Steve Brocker,
Owner/President
Brockers Beautys, Inc.
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Auburn
Journal, January 10, 2003
"Flyer
on a Model A changes Steve Brocker's life."
'Newcastle-based
classic car dealer moves 250 1973 or older classics a year'
A general contractor and real estate investor until 1990, following in the Brocker family business, 52year-old Steve Brocker turned his life around in 1990 when he took a flyer on a Model A for $500, bought a few more old cars, and said: "Hey, this is fun!"
Upstate
New York born an educated, Brocker moved to Auburn with his family in the earl,,
1960s, and has now parlayed the at old Model A into an antique and collector car
business that moves 25 cars each month-up to 250 and more annually - out of a
Newcastle warehouse/showroom.
The
10,000 square foot building is home to around 50 beautiful classic and custom
cars he sells by word of mouth, tasty advertising in the National Old Car Trader
- an industry publication - and his much visited Website,
www.brockersbeautys.corn
While
one would not think w inter would be a busy time in the classic car business,
Brocker's personalized facilities tour included many vehicles lie checked off as
sold and waiting for delivery, many to the East Coast.
"Available
rust-free vehicles on the East Coast are rare due to the severe winters and the
use of salt on icy roads. Pristine
car are at a premium”’
Brocker,
does not
necessarily cater to the rich and famous, as his profession might indicate.
"The
average car runs around $20,000, some less, some more," he said of his
inventory that consists of a little of everything, 1973 or older.
His
personal favorites are the old family cars of the 1930s and '40s, Fords and
Chevys.
"Personally,
I like them," he said. "They are classic cars for the purist. Newcastle-based
classic car dealer moves 250 1973 or older classics a year
Initially,
Brocker's Beauties was headquartered - beginning in 1990 on an outdoor car lot
at the intersection of Lincoln Way and where Highway 49 dips into the American
River Canyon.
His
Newcastle headquarters was opened in June of 2002 in a former Riebes Auto Parts
warehouse.
Brocker's
customer base is wide and varied, and includes other dealers and collectors the
nation and world over, including Denmark, Great Britain and Australia.
Brocker
admitted to climbing a steep learning curve back in 1990 after he bought that
first "A" and embarked on his new "fun" career.
"I
had to learn what cars were desirable, what were not; restoration techniques and
pitfalls; and, where to find inventory," he said.
His
current inventory is a mix and match of everything, including Ford; Chevy; Pontiac;
Cadillac; Buick; Lincoln, Oldsmobile; Mercury; an original Mini Cooper; Beetle;
a wide variety of MOPAR products, including 14, Chrysler, Dodge and Plymouth
Barracudas; T-Bird; Mustang; and Corvette.
"They're
like cattle," he said, "and, take lots of constant care and Feed-alluding
to the need to keep tires up, batteries charged and cars washed and polished.
"I
do a lot of that myself", he said. "It's good therapy."
Brocker
recalls that on more than one occasion he has sold vehicles to
Customers only to have them turn around and resell the car for more.
"Sometimes
I see those same cars 'it auction in a couple of years for $60,000 or
$70,000," lie said. "Value is often determined by what one is willing
to pay, and it's all over the
But
that's OK, as far as Brocker is concerned.
"Around
here, we always try to leave some money on the table for the next guy."
Excerpts
From The
Auburn Journal /
Chuck
Butler - January
10, 2003
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