Boca Raton concours to honor Milhous brothers

Well-heeled car fans will be able to get their hands on some highly coveted autos when the Milhous collection goes up for auction on Feb. 24, in a multiday sale that coincides with the Boca Raton Concours d'Elegance.

Bob and Paul Milhous of the Milhous Museum will be honored with the Lee Iacocca Award at this year's concours, a distinction that goes to individuals who have perpetuated the American automotive tradition in their dedication to classic-car preservation.

Their impressive collection began in the 1970s, when Bob bought a 1934 V12 Packard 1101 Convertible Victoria and began showcasing it at classic-car events around the country, winning at every appearance. He continued collecting cars while his brother Paul began collecting unique musical instruments. They created their first museum in 1978 and moved it in the 1990s into the 39,500-square-foot facility, where it remains today.

Up for auction are more than 30 cars spanning 90 years of automotive history, including a 1914 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost Tourer and a 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.

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