Everyone knows Santa's vehicle of choice for getting around on his biggest night of the year – a magical sleigh led by nine good-natured reindeer -- but how does the jolly old elf get around the remaining 364 days of the year?
The experts at RM Auctions have ventured a guess at what a guy like Santa, being a fellow of impeccable taste and experience, would put on his wish list, and of course, in red.
1) 1930 Duesenberg Model J Dual Cowl Phaeton -- The Sophisticated Santa
Almost as spacious as Santa's sleigh, the Model J Dual Cowl Phaeton is one of America's most elegant automobiles, thanks in part to its superb engineering and plush interior. The Phaeton also offers a convertible top so that Santa may appreciate the many climates he's bound to visit. Santa will appreciate owning a luxurious Duesenberg when he's feeling like a sophisticated day out.
2) 1941 Chrysler Thunderbolt Concept -- The Modern Santa
Santa will have the chance to put his hands on this one-of-a-kind car at RM Auctions' "Vintage Motor Cars in Arizona" event in January 2008. He's likely had his eye on this innovative gem for a while, with its sleek roadster shape hiding concealed headlights and a retractable metal hardtop. This streamlined shape is perfect for cutting through blinding snowstorms and Northern winds.
3) 1959 Ferrari 250GT California Spyder -- The Sporty Santa
Santa will have to attend RM's Leggenda e Passione event in Maranello, Italy in May 2008 to put his hands on this legendary machine. A car for a man who loves his toys, as of course Santa would, the 250GT California Spyder is one of the most valuable of all road-going Ferraris, with less than 100 produced between 1957 and 1962. Santa could give Rudolph a run for his money driving this open sportster while enjoying a more tropical climate on his days off.
4) 1922 American LaFrance Type 48 Triple Combination Pumper -- The Practical Santa
Recently sold at auction in Hershey, Pa., this massive fire engine commanded $41,250 USD, and RM Auctions thinks that Santa would have felt right at home aboard its fire-engine-red body. Santa may find this a great addition to his garage so he may relive the parade experience all year long.
5) 1958 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz ("The Raindrop Car") -- The Classic Santa
Santa would appreciate the unique convertible feature of this car, a "raindrop feature" that will activate the car's convertible top and raise the electric windows upon sensing a few drops of rain, protecting his gift booty while away. The Raindrop Car recently sold at auction for $330,000 USD.
For a man who's got it all, or at least has elves to make it for him, these unique vehicles may be just the Christmas list that Santa would write for himself.