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Pop Icon Auctions

Michael Jackson's Neverland Bumper Cars on eBay for $46K+

— July 11, 2009 — Autos
If you're dying to own a piece of authentic Michael Jackson memorabilia like no other and you have $46,000 burning a hole in your pocket, the bumper car ride from the King of Pop's Neverland ranch is up for auction on eBay.

Michael Jackson's bumper car ride had a number of enhancements that make it like no other amusement park ride on the planet. His logo, of a little boy relaxing on the moon, appears in touches throughout the ride. A painted portion even says, "This Ride Designed Especially for Michael Jackson."

Check out the gallery above for more images of Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch bumper car ride, and follow the link below to access the actual eBay auction page.
Trend Themes
1. Authentic Memorabilia Collecting - Disruptive innovation opportunity to create a platform for selling and buying rare and unique memorabilia from celebrities and pop culture icons.
2. Nostalgia-based Marketing - Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to leverage nostalgia marketing by banking on the sentimental value of iconic merchandise or locations that were once popular like amusement park rides.
3. Celebrity Recommendations - Disruptive innovation opportunity for businesses to advertise their products/services by having celebrities endorse their brand, creating a domino effect as loyal fans follow their idol's recommendations.
Industry Implications
1. Auction Houses - Disruptive innovation opportunity for auction houses to target collectors and enthusiasts of memorabilia and artifacts by organizing online auctions on a specific theme such as pop culture.
2. Amusement Parks - Disruptive innovation opportunity for amusement parks to create unique and personalized rides for their guests similar to Michael Jackson's themed bumper car ride.
3. Marketing Agencies - Disruptive innovation opportunity to help businesses utilize celebrity endorsements and nostalgia marketing in their advertising campaigns to attract their target audience.
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