Variety Kids has launched an eBay auction of a 1966 Dodge Coronet from the Coen Brothers Academy Award nominated film, A Serious Man. 100% of the proceeds for the sale of the original movie prop will benefit The Children’s Charity’s Mission.
The 10-day auction can be found at eBay Motors:
Per the auction description:
1966 Dodge Coronet from
“A Serious Man”
Item Value: Priceless!
Here’s a rare opportunity to own the amazing 1966 Dodge Coronet used in Focus Features and Working Title Films’ A Serious Man. The film is nominated for two Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Original Screenplay (Joel & Ethan Coen).
This is the vintage vehicle seen on-screen as the car owned and driven by lead character Larry Gopnik (Michael Stuhlbarg).
Note: This car was not used to film the accident scene.
This unique piece of film history is on display now at the Mall of America.
Proceeds from the auction will go to help inspire hope, enrich lives and build a better future for children in need in Southern California.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING BEFORE PLACING A BID:*
* The Coronet comes with a letter of authenticity from Focus Features.
* The winner at the end of the auction may personally take delivery of the vehicle in Hastings, Minnesota or pay all applicable costs in connection with shipping the vehicle to the winner’s requested destination.
* The winning bid does not include additional charges that may be incurred, such as license and registration fees and taxes.
* NOTE: This vehicle will not be available for delivery and title transfer until 4.2.10.
* Prior to delivery, the winning bidder will be required to sign an affidavit, liability release, and where imposing such condition is legal a Publicity Release (collectively referred to as the “Prize Claim Documents”) in which such bidder warrants and represents that he or she will neither permit the vehicle to be given away in consumer contest, sweepstakes or other promotion without the express written consent of Focus nor use the vehicle in any advertising that incorporates a theme or image that would lead a reasonable person to believe the advertiser is in some way associated with or has been endorsed by the Picture or Focus.
* Focus Features makes no representation with respect to the manufacturer’s warranty, if any, applicable to this vehicle.
* Please see full auction rules here.
*Your bid indicates you have read and agree to all of the terms of the auction.
The following is the marketing graphic included in the listing:
Jason DeBord