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Russell Harmon is new to the world of automotive appraisal, but not to the collector car world. From a young age he was taken to car shows by his father and uncle, mostly focused on early Ford V8 Hot Rods. He quickly realized that while enjoying the traditional Hot Rod, he also had a deep respect for stock, or better, original preserved antique automobiles. From elementary through high school years he lusted for a stock 30’s-50’s auto. In 2017 that dream became a realization through acquiring his 1939 Packard 120 Club Coupe, sitting for years and in need of mechanical restoration.

Russell worked at a private automotive restoration shop since he was 13, working on all different types of antique autos, both domestic and European. The owner of the shop, a long-time classic car friend, his father, and his uncle assisted Russell in completing the mechanical restoration on his Packard which included, but was not limited to, rebuilding the original flathead inline 8 engine.

He concluded his stint at the restoration shop in 2017 to begin working as the full-time mechanic and pit mechanic for a Porsche GT3 cup car team. He traveled throughout the U.S. following the Pirelli World Challenge while working on the GT3’s.

After that experience, Russell followed in his father’s footsteps and became a machinist, but cars were always tugging at his sleeve. That led him to working at new car dealerships in various roles, before ultimately becoming a service advisor for a General Motors store that included Buick, GMC and Cadillac vehicles.

Russell and his partner now have a multi-vehicle collection ranging from their 1939 Packard to a 1988 Alfa Romeo spider that belonged to his partner’s grandfather. They both enjoy working on their collection themselves, doing everything they can in-house. Currently they are embarked on a full “frame off” restoration of a 1956 Continental Mark II in their home shop. They have researched the provenance of the car reaching back to the original purchaser and have connected with his family. Motorcycles have not escaped his interest, as they also own a 1913 Indian which was purchased new by Russell’s great grandfather and has been in his family ever since.

An Accredited Member (AM) of the American Society of Appraisers, Scott has worked with Donald in his appraisal practice since 2015 channeling his years of experience as an automotive professional and collector into his valuation work. Scott also works as a consultant with clients assisting with planning, building and maturing their collections.

Automobiles have played a role in Scott King’s life from a very young age. Between his grandfather’s Cadillacs and the 1965 Mustang pedal car he received for Christmas at age 3, he seemed destined for a life that revolved around cars.

Scott purchased his first car, 1972 Honda N600 at the age of 15—before he was licensed to drive—and which he still owns today. That car and those series of others that followed set the tone for what would be a fascinating life personally and professionally in the automotive world.

From working as an intern at a Porsche-Audi dealer and Honda service department during college, Scott began what would be a 13-year career with American Honda Motor Company. Rising through the service, parts and sales departments, he joined Product Planning where he was involved in the development and launch of several new Honda models.

In 2002, Scott transitioned to the advertising world as Product Information Manager for Acura with Rubin Postaer & Associates, the national advertising agency for Honda and Acura automobiles. The go-to guy for everyone at the agency as well as Honda HQ, he became a walking encyclopedia of everything that was Acura and Honda with his vast experience and product knowledge.

Cars also played a big role in Scott’s personal life, building an eclectic automobile collection including an array of iconic American cars from the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and 80’s alongside beautiful Italians, a German or two and of course Japanese models that range from Honda earliest and most rare sports cars to the legendary NSX.

Collecting has allowed Scott to experience an amazing cross-section of the automobile’s history and meet fascinating like-minded enthusiasts, at car shows, cruise-in’s, concours, automobile auctions and driving events. He’s passionate about preservation and authenticity and has a keen eye for detail.

Russell Harmon is new to the world of automotive appraisal, but not to the collector car world. From a young age he was taken to car shows by his father and uncle, mostly focused on early Ford V8 Hot Rods. He quickly realized that while enjoying the traditional Hot Rod, he also had a deep respect for stock, or better, original preserved antique automobiles. From elementary through high school years he lusted for a stock 30’s-50’s auto. In 2017 that dream became a realization through acquiring his 1939 Packard 120 Club Coupe, sitting for years and in need of mechanical restoration.

Russell worked at a private automotive restoration shop since he was 13, working on all different types of antique autos, both domestic and European. The owner of the shop, a long-time classic car friend, his father, and his uncle assisted Russell in completing the mechanical restoration on his Packard which included, but was not limited to, rebuilding the original flathead inline 8 engine.

He concluded his stint at the restoration shop in 2017 to begin working as the full-time mechanic and pit mechanic for a Porsche GT3 cup car team. He traveled throughout the U.S. following the Pirelli World Challenge while working on the GT3’s.

After that experience, Russell followed in his father’s footsteps and became a machinist, but cars were always tugging at his sleeve. That led him to working at new car dealerships in various roles, before ultimately becoming a service advisor for a General Motors store that included Buick, GMC and Cadillac vehicles.

Russell and his partner now have a multi-vehicle collection ranging from their 1939 Packard to a 1988 Alfa Romeo spider that belonged to his partner’s grandfather. They both enjoy working on their collection themselves, doing everything they can in-house. Currently they are embarked on a full “frame off” restoration of a 1956 Continental Mark II in their home shop. They have researched the provenance of the car reaching back to the original purchaser and have connected with his family. Motorcycles have not escaped his interest, as they also own a 1913 Indian which was purchased new by Russell’s great grandfather and has been in his family ever since.