American Collectors Insurance Hosts Job Fair in Cherry Hill, N.J.

CHERRY HILL, NJ (November 10, 2009) – American Collectors Insurance is hosting a job fair to fill several positions to accommodate its growth as a specialty insurance provider.

Applicants are invited to visit the job fair on Thursday, November 12, from 2-6 pm at the firm’s headquarters at 496 Kings Highway North, Cherry Hill, N.J.

Open positions are: licensed sales representatives, sales and service supervisor, large account client coordinator, marketing manager, public relations/communications coordinator, and full/part-time clerical positions. Descriptions and requirements of jobs are available at: http://www.americancollectors.com/jobs.

American Collectors invites interested applicants to visit the job fair or send a resume and salary requirement (indicating job preference) via e-mail to jobs@AmericanCollectors.com or via fax to its human resources department at (856) 779-7261.

A provider of specialty insurance for collector vehicles and collectibles since 1976, American Collectors works directly with consumers, through independent insurance agents/brokers, and through insurance carrier partners.

About American Collectors Insurance
American Collectors Insurance is the nation’s leading provider of collector-vehicle and collectibles insurance. Based in Cherry Hill, NJ, and licensed in 50 states, American Collectors offers products through independent insurance agents, in partnership with several major insurance organizations, and direct to consumers.

Company information:
www.AmericanCollectors.com
(800) 620-5052
info@americancollectors.com
Twitter: @AmerCollectIns
Facebook.com/AmericanCollectors
Collector Central blog for car and collectibles enthusiasts: www.AmericanCollectors.com/blog
Agent Exchange blog for insurance brokers: www.AmericanCollectors.com/Agents/

Playing with Cars - Danbury Mint’s “Little Deuce Coupe” & “Grabowski T”

Here’s another great episode of Playing with Cars. Joe Kelly Jr. says that Danbury Mint created a “dead-on replica” with the Little Deuce Coupe. With its reverse chrome wheels, baby blue carpeting, and “impressive” external engine, it is “nothing short of amazing.” His review tells the tale of how the car itself came to be, and what Danbury Mint included on this replica to make it so accurate.


Also included in this episode is a review of Danbury Mint’s Grabowski T, which was the car of Edd Byrnes’s character, Kookie, from 77 Sunset Strip. It has a scaled model of the bloody scull Grabowski carved and painted on the shift handle, “perfectly replicated” flames, and a removeable uptop. Watch this review to see what Joe says is “the best-looking live axel rear end ever hung under a street rod.”


As always, you can count on Playing with Cars to be a great resource and fun to watch. Enjoy!

8 Customized 2010 Ford Mustangs Premiering at SEMA

This week at the annual SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) show held in Las Vegas, Ford will unveil a multitude of custom version 2010 Mustangs. The automaker recently launched the 2010 Mustang Customizer at www.the2010Mustang.com. It has received an overwhelming response from the public and if you haven’t tried it, it really is a lot of fun! You can choose from a variety of hoods, scoops, spoilers, grilles, wheels and even choose the size of your burnout. In just two months, more than 1 million custom Mustangs have been built on the site. The response prompted Ford to get together with a few customizers such as 3dCarbon, Steeda Autosports, Paul’s High Performance, Vaughn Gitten Jr, Galpin Auto Sports, Street Scene Equipment, H&R Special Springs and Ford Vehicle Personalization group to customize 8 rides. All project Mustangs at the show will look dramatically different since self expression is what the brand is all about. Mustang is the most customized car in the $31.8 billion aftermarket industry.

Tell us how your Mustang stands apart

Philadelphia Ride for Kids®

The fifth annual Philadelphia Ride for Kids attracted over 500 participants and $121,725 in donations on a sunny Sunday.

The riders gathered at the IMAX theatre at King of Prussia Mall before following a police escort on a scenic route to Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square.

At the end point, 12 local brain tumor survivors told the fundraisers about their lives. These Ride for Kids “stars” included small children such as Althea and Angelina, both 6, as well as PBTF college scholarship recipients Annie, Jason and Laura.

Two 12-year-old survivors said they were thankful for the emotional support the ride offers. “The amount you give goes far, and you give [more than] money,” said Emily. Added Pearce, “Thank you very much for taking the time out to make us feel so special.”

The children were joined on stage by Dr. Leslie Sutton, chief of neuro-oncology at Philadelphia Children’s Hospital, who also rode in the event.

The first-place fundraisers were:

Individuals: Neil and Jill Bookman, $35,701
Chapter/Club: Team Tyler, powered by American Collectors Insurance, $37,161
Motorcycle Business: Planet Honda, $21,379
Neil Bookman won the Honda motorcycle drawing.

The Philadelphia Ride for Kids task force and volunteers, led by Lee and Mitzi Krauss, Joel Samick, and Rex and Lisa Alfes, deserve thanks for all their hard work.

Save or Skip?

9/21/2009

Have you ever bought collectibles and later found out they weren't worth your while? Do you wish you knew how to determine whether something is a smart buy?

Now you can find out. Take a peek at the following article, What to Save, What to Skip, by MainStreet.com and learn to gauge whether a collectible is worth buying. The author provides helpful hints about collectibles that are trendy, limited edition, or contain mistakes or misprints. Then the next time you are in the position to add to your collection, you will be able to make a better buying decision.

Do you know any helpful hints to share with other collectors? Leave us a comment and let us know!

Playing With Cars – The Audi Front 225 Model

9/17/2009

Take a peek at the following Playing with Cars review from The Car Room magazine. Joe Kelly, Jr. got a hold of the first three hand samples of the Audi Front 225 diecast that CFC designed for the Audi’s 100th anniversary. He discusses their hand built, exclusive feel and their level of detail and workmanship. Get ready for an extensive review with this 1600 piece model, including its castings, cables, hoses, nuts, and bolts. When you’re done, leave us a comment and let us know what you think. If you like what you see, be sure to check out their website at http://www.thecarroom.com/showroom.html.

College Football Collectibles

College Football Collectibles
9/8/2009

It is hard to believe that the 2009 college football season has officially begun. Although the main focus is on the games themselves, students, alumni, and other fans alike enjoy the history and pride attached to collecting memorabilia.

Aside from making annual visits to colleges and attending championship games to obtain the latest and greatest gear, there are numerous resources on the internet to find some great stuff. In particular, you never know when someone will post a priceless piece on auctioning sites like eBay or online communities like Craig’s List. For instance, in just a few short minutes of searching, here are a few of the many available items we found:
An Alabama Bear Bryant Gametime Sculpture
Aside from sculptures, there are all kinds of artwork available to collectors related to the team of their choice.

A Reggie Bush Autographed USC Trojans Football
Many college players end up playing for the NFL, so owning a piece like this may benefit you even more after the player graduates.

An Authentic Full-Size Virginia Tech Football Helmet
There is something to be said about obtaining authentic team apparel.

A Pittsburgh Game-Used Football Jersey
Game-used apparel is especially enticing to collectors since it is the real deal.
As the season picks up, don’t forget that along with the camaraderie of rooting on beloved alma maters and favorite teams, it is important to keep your eyes peeled for unique collectibles. Here’s to your team winning, and that you find some amazing items to add to your collection this year!"