Mecum returns to central Florida for 1,500-car summer auction


1961 Austin-Healey Bugeye Sprite

(June 13, 2022)  Following another record-setting result at the world’s largest classic and collector car auction in Kissimmee, Fla., in January that eclipsed $217 million in sales, Mecum Auctions will return to Central Florida July 6-9 to host the Mecum Orlando Summer Special 2022, offering an estimated 1,500 consignments at Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center.

American muscle is represented among the featured lots by a 1970 Buick GS Stage 1 with a Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic transmission and boasting a restoration using upgraded performance parts. Also, a 4-speed 1971 Ford Mustang Boss 351 Fastback will present with a Marti Report showing its status as one-of-20 with its paint and trim codes and wearing an extensively detailed rotisserie restoration by Keith Craft Racing Engines.


1970 Buick GS Stage 1

Among the classics to be offered in Orlando is a 1957 Oldsmobile Super 98 Convertible showing off a frame-off restoration, 371 CI Rocket V-8 engine and Hydra-Matic Jetaway transmission, as well as power windows, brakes, steering and seats. The result of a frame-off restoration, a 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Hardtop  will also be offered, as will a bright and bold blue-on-blue 1961 Austin-Healey Bugeye Sprite Roadster.

From the realm of sports and performance vehicles will be a 4-speed 1988 Porsche 930 Turbo, a 15-mile 2022 Chevrolet Corvette C8.R Edition Convertible and a supercharged 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 showing just 3,520 miles, to name a few.


1971 Ford Mustang Boss 351

The Magnificent M-Cycle Collection will present a selection of 14 motorcycles, with 12 to be offered at no reserve and eight restored, including a 1989 Honda CR80  and a 1975 Indian MM5 Mini Bambino.

Those interested in consigning a vehicle for auction at the Mecum Orlando Summer Special 2022 can find complete details about the consignment process and pricing at Mecum.com. Bidder registration is available online in advance and on-site at the auction for $200, and it includes admission for two persons to the four auction days. For those unable to attend in person, enhanced remote bidding options are also available, with options for both online and telephone bidding.