Hemmings Auctions is our live, online auction site staffed by customer service professionals ready to help bidders and sellers with any questions. A wide variety of classic and specialty vehicles from all eras are up for bid. Auctions run for two weeks, and qualified bidders place their bids electronically. Once a vehicle is accepted into the auction, the seller pays only a $99.95 listing fee. The winning bidder is responsible for a 5-percent fee on all completed auctions. The following are examples of auctions that transpired during the month leading up to press time. If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, email the Hemmings Auctions team directly at auctions@hemmings.com.
1948 MERCURY CLUB CONVERTIBLE
Reserve: $22,000
Selling Price: $27,355
Recent Market Range: $27,000-$39,000
This postwar Mercury drop-top inspired no fewer than six time extensions before it sold for $27,355—a bargain price, though $5,355 above its reserve. Why