Worldwide Auctioneers brought the heat this spring.
Worldwide Auctioneers just hit a major milestone this spring with its most successful Enthusiast Auction yet, held at its home base in Auburn, Indiana. From April 25th to 26th, the auction witnessed an impressive 85% of the 250 vehicles sold to new homes, driven by a mix of collector cars and three private collections. Standout sales included a 1937 Mercedes-Benz 540K Cabriolet B by Sindelfingen, which brought $852,000, and a rare 1995 Ferrari F512 M that hammered at $428,000. A museum-grade 1967 Aston Martin DB6 Vantage matched the price of an ACD-certified 1937 Cord 812 SC ‘Sportsman’ Cabriolet at $307,000. The auction highlighted the market’s appreciation for everything from European grand tourers to American muscle and pre-war rarities, including a 1935 Packard Twelve Dual Cowl Phaeton that sold for $268,800.
Custom builds and rare finds also held their own. A 1969 Plymouth GTX Restomod from the Passport Collection sold at $190,400, while a 1933 REO Speedwagon BN Stakebed from the Zimmerman Collection fetched a $139,440 result. Worldwide Auctioneers’ Rod Egan credited the record-setting success to the dedication of his team and the global exposure brought by strong marketing efforts. The Enthusiast Week festivities, including the annual Enthusiast Tour, offer collectors a relaxed way to engage with cars through scenic drives, memorable stops, and exclusive collection visits.
Top 10 Sales
- 1937 Mercedes-Benz 540K Cabriolet B (Lot 343) – $852,000
- 1995 Ferrari F512 M (Lot 320) – $428,000
- 1937 Cord 812 SC ‘Sportsman’ Cabriolet (Lot 175) – $307,500
- 1967 Aston Martin DB6 Vantage (Lot 318) – $307,000
- 1935 Packard Twelve Dual Cowl Sport Phaeton (Lot 381) – $268,800
- 1933 Chrysler CL Imperial Sport Phaeton (Lot 328) – $266,000
- 1957 Dual-Ghia Convertible (Lot 309) – $252,000
- 1931 Auburn 8-98 Boattail Speedster (Lot 366) – $252,000
- 1953 Mercedes-Benz 220 Cabriolet A (Lot 334) – $246,400
- 1949 Bentley Mark VI Drophead Coupe (Lot 349) – $224,000
Looking ahead, Worldwide’s flagship Auburn Auction is set to return this Labor Day Weekend from August 28th to 30th, promising another round of top-tier consignments and collector camaraderie. Those hoping to consign vehicles or collections are encouraged to reach out early, as demand is expected to match or exceed last year’s sell-out crowd. After such a strong spring showing, all signs point to an exciting summer season ahead for collectors and sellers.
Source: Worldwide Auctioneers
