Mecum Auctions
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Auction Details
Auction Format
Both
Auction Type
Collector Cars; Motorcycles; Tractors; Road Art; Timed Online Auctions (in addition to live events).
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Event-based schedule across the U.S.; not a fixed weekly sale. Typical event-day hours example (Houston 2025): gates open 8:00 a.m., Road Art auctions begin 9:00 a.m., Collector Car auctions begin 10:00 a.m. For current dates/times, see Mecum’s schedule and the specific event page.
Auction Delivery Available
Yes
Auction Delivery Details
Mecum Auto Transport provides transportation for consigned and purchased vehicles. Customers can schedule transport for delivery home from an auction or pickup prior to consignment.
Buyer Fee Details
Not specified
Seller Fees
Not specified as a universal fee table on the public site. Consignment entry fees and seller commissions vary by auction, lot type (vehicles vs. Road Art), and consignment package.
Storage Holding Fees
Not specified on Mecum’s public site/FAQ for a general company-wide policy; removal/storage deadlines typically vary by event.
Who can Register
Bidders can register and choose In-Person, Internet (live online), or Telephone bidding. Registration is via a MyMecum account or onsite; specific deposit/credential requirements are not stated globally (vary by event).
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Not specified as a single, company-wide list. Payment methods and deadlines are provided on each event’s ‘How To Pay’ page.
Bidding Methods
In Person, Online (via bidnow.mecum.com with MyMecum login), and Telephone.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Mecum Auctions is headquartered at 445 South Main Street, Walworth, WI 53184, and operates traveling, event‑based auctions nationwide rather than a fixed weekly sale at the HQ. Many operational details—buyer’s premiums, payment deadlines/methods, removal windows, loading assistance, and venue‑specific rules—are published per event on that auction’s pages (e.g., ‘How to Pay’ and event details). Typical event-day timing often includes Road Art in the morning followed by Collector Cars, but exact schedules vary. Use a MyMecum account to register and to access live online bidding at bidnow.mecum.com. For transport, Mecum Auto Transport can schedule delivery or pickup for purchased or consigned vehicles.
Pickup Rules
Not specified as a company-wide policy. Removal deadlines, credentials, and on-site procedures are set per event and venue.
Policies
Bid Goes On: Mecum offers a post‑auction service to continue negotiating on unsold lots.; SMS Updates: Customers can opt in to receive text notifications for bidder registration reminders, consignment deadlines, and schedule alerts.; Online bidding platform requires a MyMecum profile; live online bidding is accessed at bidnow.mecum.com.
Third Party
Third Party Available
Not specified
Third Party Requirements
Not specified (no universal third‑party transporter authorization process or app noted on the site).
Third Party Process
Not specified.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Not specified
Self Pickup Requirement
Not specified (ID, paperwork, or appointments are not listed as a universal policy).
Self Pickup Process
Not specified; procedures vary by event/venue.
This page was last updated on September 1, 2025 and some details may have changed. Reach out directly to the auction with any questions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Mecum Auctions work?
Mecum Auctions hosts large-scale live events and online bidding formats where bidders register, attend the event (or bid online) and winning bids proceed to payment and vehicle transfer per Mecum’s terms.
Mecum Auctions hosts large-scale live events and online bidding formats where bidders register, attend the event (or bid online) and winning bids proceed to payment and vehicle transfer per Mecum’s terms.
How much do vehicles cost at Mecum Auctions?
How much do vehicles cost at Mecum Auctions?
Costs vary dramatically depending on rarity, condition, provenance and collector demand; some vehicles sell for six or even seven figures.
What are the benefits of Mecum Auctions?
Benefits include access to rare and high-value vehicles, well-established market reputation, global bidder reach and polished auction presentation.
What types of vehicles are available at Mecum Auctions?
The inventory is centered on collector cars, classics, muscle cars, sports-cars, vintage trucks and specialty vehicles rather than typical used car stock.
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