Chapter 1167 Mustang Fighter
"Shit, this world is crazy, and Indians who eat curry are almost the richest people in the world."
The reason why Yang Cheng could make this wail was naturally because India's San became the protagonist of today's auction and also kicked off this arms feast.
Just a few dozen seconds ago, after three rounds of bidding, an Indian "mechanical trading company" won a batch of second-hand "Seahawk" orders for a unit price of US$80 million. This price caused an uproar in the audience. The Americans made a big profit, and the Indian San was as stupid as ever.
Like the famous Black Hawk, the Seahawk Helicopter is a very famous naval carrier-based helicopter, which has been widely used by the US military in various ships and in many military operations.
The Seahawk is the naval version of the Black Hawk. Based on the Black Hawk, the fuselage has been improved for sea navigation, take-off and landing warships and combating high-corrosion environments. It is generally not much different from the Army version of the Black Hawk. Its excellent performance is recognized worldwide, and of course, the price is also high.
Because it has advanced electronic equipment and can perform a variety of tasks, it has always been a model introduced by the main force of the US allies. Judging from the fact that the Seahawk sold many times in the United States, including supporting equipment, the unit price is generally around 40 million US dollars. You should know that a basic version of the Russian MiG 29 fighter is only more than 10 million US dollars.
As for this auction, I don’t know if India’s San is passionate or has eaten too much curry before, so he doubled the deal. Is that the same thing?
Hearing Yang Cheng's amazement, David Ellison, a half-military fan, tilted his head and explained, "The Indians have introduced Seahawk helicopters for contact and negotiations since the previous year, but the Navy has not let go. Until recently, the Indians' public relations have achieved results.
However, the result was that the Navy agreed to retire a group of active-service "Seahawks" to be sold to Indians as second-hand goods. Of course, the prices should rise appropriately.
The explanation given by the Navy is that they will fully upgrade the airborne equipment and update and improve it in response to India's requirements."
Yang Cheng still felt incredible, "US$80 million, 18 aircraft, including the cost of upgrading and transformation, the final transaction price is estimated to be $1.5 billion, which is enough for Indians to eat."
David Ellison laughed, Indian curry stalks are never out of date.
Next, several small countries successfully bid for auctions. In just half an hour, the transaction volume reached US$3 billion. As expected, it was still making money by selling arms.
"Have your warship come out yet?" Yang Cheng was a little impatient. The items appearing now are all bulk weapons, and except for the state and military forces, private individuals cannot participate.
David Ellison was also a little anxious. The thing that people like them hate the most is wasting time. Even if they go back to their room to communicate with their female companions, it is more meaningful than sitting here with hang out.
But the purpose was not achieved, and he couldn't leave, "It should be soon~ This kind of large toy will be attractive only if it appears in front."
As soon as he finished speaking, the auctioneer on the stage, wearing white gloves and a one-meter-long warship model was pushed onto the stage. Yang Cheng straightened his body and smacked his lips, "This model is exquisite enough, and it seems to be a product of Bass Steel."
David Ellison became excited, "Well, this model can be exchanged for a McLaren. When I get the warship, I will give it to you."
Yang Cheng laughed and didn't refuse, "Come on~"
The bidding began soon, unlike Yang Cheng’s expectation, with the starting price reaching US$15 million. After just a few rounds of bidding, the price soared to 20 million.
Yang Cheng became nervous for his good friend, "Those bidders also have the same purpose as yours? Buy warships and fish?"
David Ellison shook his head, "I know there are two people who are often active in Southeast Asia, and they don't necessarily represent themselves."
He paused, "But the price did exceed my expectations."
As soon as he finished speaking, he raised the number plate and shouted, "22 million~"
At this time, Yui Aragaki pulled Yang Cheng's sleeve and asked curiously, "Can you buy a warship in your own hands?"
Yang Cheng smiled and leaned his head to the goddess's ear, "Of course, this is the United States, capital is the way of doing things, everything can be spoken with money, let alone warships, there are even dirty pop-ups on the black market, I just don't know if the mushroom cloud can be blown out."
Just as they were whispering, the price had risen to 24 million, and the Indians were still bidding.
David Ellison began to get angry, "Fuck, damn Indians, have they dug gold mines recently? The bid is not through the brain?"
This time it was Yang Cheng's turn to remain calm. "The Indians' desire for weapons and equipment is the best in the world. They have no strength but have a heart to compete for the world. They will take this Perry-class frigate back to make up for it, and it will last for ten years. This price is much cheaper than buying an intact warship."
David Ellison slammed his thigh in anger and cursed, "Damn it~"
He knew that he could not compete with his financial resources than A San who held military expenses.
Yang Cheng tilted his head and looked at Dennis Mullenberg not far from Asan, and suddenly had an idea, "Hey, David, if you really want this warship, maybe I have a way."
"Really? Tell me quickly, of course I really want it~" David Ellison believed in Yang Cheng's ability very much.
"You drag it first, I'll go and talk to Dennis~" Yang Cheng patted Ellison's shoulder, stood up, arched his waist and sat down next to Dennis.
Dennis was startled and said in surprise, "Why did you run over at this time?"
Yang Cheng pointed backwards, "David is about to be mad by Asan~"
Dennis was stunned and then understood what Yang Cheng meant, "I can only say that David was too unlucky. According to the news I received, the Indians came to Vegas with a huge sum of $3 billion this time. They spent half of the money at the beginning, and now they still have half left in their hands and have not spent it."
Yang Cheng smacked her tongue, "So many? Are they going to buy an aircraft carrier?"
Dennis laughed strangely, "That's not the case, it's not that even the aircraft carrier island can't be bought with more than 1 billion."
"Okay, I'm here to ask you for help. David is my good brother. Is there any way to convince the Indians to give up the bid?" Yang Cheng said seriously.
Dennis still valued Yang Cheng very much. When he heard Yang Cheng's request, he did not dare to neglect. He pinched his chin and thought for a while, "A few days ago, the Indians came to buy the ea18g Growler electronic warfare aircraft, but we refused without hesitation. What a joke? This is the most cutting-edge electronic warfare aircraft in the United States. It has not been fully arranged in the local area, so how can it be sold to the outside world? Even if we think, the guys from the Ministry of Defense will not allow it."
Yang Cheng listened quietly to Dennis' complaints, and he knew the point had not come yet.
"The Growler doesn't have to think about it, but its predecessor, EA6, can think of a way. There are a few EA6s in Boeing's hangar, ready to remove key equipment and send them to the aircraft grave. It's good if it can be used for waste."
Yang Cheng couldn't get in and let Dennis talk to himself, then made a few calls with his cell phone. It was not until David Ellison could hardly hold on and frequently shook Yang Cheng's eyes. Dennis put down his cell phone with a relaxed look on his face, "It's done, the board of directors has agreed to this sale plan. Now it depends on whether the Indians will take the bait."
"I'll thank you for David~" Yang Cheng said immediately.
Dennis waved his hand, "I'll talk to the Indians before I'm thanking you~"
So Dennis got up and went to the Indians, and the two sides quickly started a talk.
At the same time, the auctioneer who noticed this scene knew that things might change, and he wisely chose to delay time by introducing warship information and wait for the big guys to negotiate the results below.
Yang Cheng gave David Ellison a look and signaled him to bid first.
Ellison understood it and added $1 million to the Indians' bid just now, and the price reached $27 million.
The Indians have not raised the price for a long time, but the auctioneer dared not put the hammer.
It was not until Dennis returned to his seat with a satisfied smile that the Indians voluntarily expressed their bidding that the auctioneer dropped the hammer and announced the deal.
Yang Cheng didn't ask about the process, and thanked him directly, "Now David can thank you~"
Dennis accepted it calmly, "You're welcome, I brought a $300 million order to the company and made a lot of money, and everyone did not owe each other."
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Back in his seat, David Ellison breathed a sigh of relief, "Thanks to you, it seems that just giving you a model is not enough."
Yang Cheng's busy work not only helped him successfully capture the warship, but also saved at least several million US dollars. What is a warship model?
"We don't have to be polite~"
Yang Cheng looked at the next lot, but he really made him take a photo but was not interested. He also tried to offer the price a few times, but it soon exceeded the psychological price and gave up without much trouble.
Until the second half of the auction, he had a sudden idea and bought an antique fighter jet for $4.6 million.
This is a P-51d "Mustang" that was factory in 1944. It was stored for more than 30 years after it was grounded in 1983. After being renovated by the seller, it can still soar in the sky. The seller also gives away free replacement Merlin engines and necessary fuselage parts.
The "Wild Horse" photographed by Yang Cheng has really been on the battlefield and experienced meritorious fighter jets with gunpowder. It is said that they have had a glorious history of shooting down three enemy aircraft. After retirement, the pilots who love aircraft as much as their lives will maintain the aircraft every day, which makes the aircraft still have an almost perfect state and can take off after drinking fuel.
He was planning to send the plane to Santa Barbara Ranch for preservation. It was a large place and could build a take-off and landing runway. He took time to get a flight license and could fly this "Bronco" fighter jet to patrol the territory when he was free.
Chapter completed!