In a remote corner of South Africa, nestled between insignificance and obscurity, a nondescript piece of land has become the unlikely stage for a remarkable discovery: the Lost Barn Find Collection.
- Marking the final chapter of Oom Louis Coetzer’s illustrious 50-year automotive journey this is truly an astonishing find.
- Over 600 vehicles, including rare classics and vintage gems, will soon go under the hammer in a monumental 10-day online-only auction hosted by Creative Rides.
- Oom Louis Coetzer’s legacy is firmly etched in history as the curator of the largest individual car collection ever documented in South Africa.
- Visit www.sandtontimes.co.za for more stories.
Kevin Derrick, CEO of Creative Rides Classic & Collectibles Auctions, has revealed the awe-inspiring Lost Barn Find Collection, boasting approximately 200 cars that span an array of iconic brands such as Mercedes Benz, Chevrolet, Ford, Cadillac, Porsche, and BMW.
The journey to unearth this automotive treasure began with a routine sale of land in a remote Eastern Cape settlement, where the Coetzer family stumbled upon an unexpected revelation. Joff van Reenen, Lead Auctioneer of Creative Rides, recounts the emotional journey of documenting and cataloguing the extensive automotive cache that lay dormant for decades. Stepping into the dim expanse of a barn, Joff describes the surreal moment of encountering row after row of cars, blanketed in decades of dust, waiting to be rediscovered.
However, the true magnitude of Oom Louis’ Lost Barn Collection only became apparent as the meticulous cataloguing process unfolded. The global significance of the find, emphasizing the rarity of such an extensive and undiscovered collection outside the United States, is tremendous.
With bidding on the Lost Barn Find Collection set to commence on 25 March 2024, anticipation mounts as collectors and enthusiasts prepare to vie for a piece of automotive history. As the final moments of the auction approach, the legacy of Oom Louis Coetzer and his remarkable collection will endure.
Stand a chance to WIN with The Sandton Times.
Advertise on The Sandton Times today!
Head back to The Sandton Times Home Page for more stories.