Bill’s Backyard Classics to Announce Plans for Collection of Vehicles

Media members and the public are invited to Bill's Backyard Classics on Friday, September 21 at 2 p.m. for an announcement regarding the museum and also the consignment of vehicles to Mecum Dallas 2018 to take place on October 3-6 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center.

Members of the Pratt family and representatives of Mecum Auctions will be in attendance for interviews and photos.

What:              Bill’s Backyard Classics

Where:            5309 S Washington St, Amarillo

When:             2 p.m. on Friday September 21

Bill and Linda Pratt have resided in Amarillo for many years moving from Oklahoma with their three sons. After selling his successful business in 2012, Bill was looking for an adventure. He set out to find a car or two to add to his modest collection. Sometime while searching for the right cars, Bill realized that the passion he has for classic cars is common, especially among Baby Boomers. After much discussion, it was concluded that not only did many people share the enthusiasm for vintage cars, but that Amarillo needed more family entertainment options. A plan was made to share his passion by showcasing the cars in a family-centered permanent exhibit. Construction began on Bill's Backyard Classics.

Reenergized after the decision to build Bill's Backyard Classics, the search continued. From Texas to Canada, California to the Carolinas, Bill and Linda searched all over the country looking in magazines, online and at auctions for the right cars and trucks to show in their museum of cars. Today, the collection is the largest private car collection in the area. 

More information on these and other vehicles to be offered at Mecum Dallas 2018 can be found at Mecum.com.

Contact:         David Morton, Mecum Auction
                       317-225-6016
                       dmorton@mecum.com