Barn Finds, Fire Trucks, and the Kia Niro
What happens when a prophet tells you to become an auctioneer? For Yvette Vanderbrink, it launched a 25-year career specializing in automotive barn finds and collections. Her extraordinary journey from hospital worker to renowned auctioneer began when a minister at her church mysteriously knew about auction school application papers she'd hidden in her kitchen cupboard.
Yvette shares the struggles and triumphs of breaking into the male-dominated auction world, including how she handled sexist comments and established her reputation through innovative marketing. When one man told her to "make a sandwich and let the boys do it," she simply took his bidding number away. Her pioneering use of early internet technology helped attract national bidders when such practices were revolutionary.
The conversation reveals fascinating insights into the world of automotive collections and auctions, including why Montana ranchers maintain their own fire trucks (the nearest fire station is often over an hour away), and the challenges of conducting a 604-vehicle auction across remote locations with no cell service or electricity. Yvette's passion for connecting collectors with rare finds shines through as she discusses upcoming auctions and her own recent acquisition—a cherished 1963 Bel Air she finally convinced her father to part with.
Don Armstrong also shares his surprisingly positive experience with the 2025 Kia Niro hybrid, achieving 43.7 mpg during real-world testing. With attractive styling, user-friendly controls, and a competitive starting price of $26,990, the Niro proves that practical, fuel-efficient vehicles can still deliver an enjoyable driving experience for city dwellers.
The episode wraps with Jeff's "Motor Minute" highlighting an unusual legal case involving two 1962 Corvettes with identical VIN numbers—a cautionary tale for classic car collectors.
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