The plane shown below sat on a road in Roswell, New Mexico, USA, for a long time before going up for auction. The plane was just purchased over the phone by an Elvis devotee for $260,000 at a Florida auction.

Elvis first flew on this plane as it soared over the heavens with his father, Vernon Presley, by his side.

The plane stayed in one place in New Mexico for more than 30 years after Elvis Presley’s death. The aircraft appears to be in comparatively decent shape, despite significant fading of its red paint when viewed from the outside.

Examine the interior. I have to admit, it looks tempting to take a lengthy flight on this plane. It has the same charm that I imagine the King of Rock had.

The walls with their wooden panels are complemented by the plush red velvet seats. A cutting-edge television unit blends in perfectly with the room. There is plenty of seating for visitors in the spacious cabin, including comfortable chairs. Inconspicuously, a small kitchenette is located at the back.

Imagine the microwave, which is probably no longer in use after all these years. Imagine Elvis getting up, walking to the kitchen, making one of his famous sandwiches—bananas, peanut butter, mayonnaise, and crispy bacon—and then reheating it in the microwave. Accept the sentimentality!

Check out the restroom! with its opulent sink and plush velour. Contrast this with the claustrophobic conditions of commercial airplanes. Not particularly shabby, would you say? I appreciate the opportunity to experience a little bit of Elvis Presley’s preferred form of transportation.

At auction, the aircraft brought $260,000. On January 8th, it was put up for auction at the Florida Mecum Kissimmee Collector Car Sale.

Potential buyers called in their bids, but none of them were approved.

Please share this with any Elvis fans you may know!