SGB Introduces Certified Appraisal Services Program For 1960s Cobras And Mustangs

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SGB INTRODUCES CERTIFIED APPRAISAL SERVICES PROGRAM FOR 1960S COBRAS AND SHELBY MUSTANGS



· Authority Stephen Becker will offer appraisal services for 1960s era Shelby Cobras, GT350s and GT500s

· SGBecker has over 30 year's experience with Shelby cars

· SGBecker offers complete inspection, consignment, purchasing and selling services for Shelby cars



ATLANTA – APRIL 27, 2010 – Stephen Becker, president and CEO of SGB LLC and one of the most renowned Shelby authorities in the world, announced the introduction of a new certified appraisal program for 1960s Shelby Cobras, GT350s and GT500s. Previously available only to a select group of companies and celebrities, SGB’s invaluable expertise is now available to individuals contemplating the sale or purchase of a vintage Shelby car.



“For years, MOPAR, Corvette and Ford collectors have had access to detailed appraisals from experts in those cars, but enthusiasts have not been able to tap a form program when considering the purchase or sale of a Shelby,” said Becker. “With the expertise, records and access to details of Cobras, GT500s and GT350s available through SGB, collectors can now have the knowledge they need when making a decision on a Shelby they want to purchase or sell.”



Becker personally has performed evaluations for years and attended key collector car auctions for a small group of corporate clients like insurance companies and manufacturers. In late 2009, SGB provided an appraisal of 25 cars in the corporate and museum collection of Shelby American. The appraisals were done for Shelby’s insurance company, which requested current values of the extensive collection of significant cars. Other high profile corporate and celebrity clients have included the famous Shelby Parts & Restorations company, as well as leaders in the music and entertainment industry.


“Shelby cars are usually considered blue chip collectibles, but each must be carefully appraised to understand the true value,” noted Becker. “Not only is it important to ensure a car is a genuine Shelby, it’s critical to understand its history. The value difference between a survivor car with great provenance and a Shelby ‘rebuilt’ from a few major components left over from a wreck can be hundreds of thousands of dollars.”



SGB’s knowledge and extensive library led to the creation of the Becker Certified Shelby Certification program. A proprietary 25 point inspection and exhaustive research provides the most thorough report on the market for genuine Shelby vehicles.

Over the past decade, SGB has been retained by key automotive groups, collectors and industry leaders to authenticate and value Shelby vehicles. This led to the creation of a program for individual collectors and enthusiasts. When completed, a client received a detailed report with a history of the vehicle, if available, and documentation to validate the value.