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Mecum offers more collector cars at auction than any other auction house in the world, and with 20,000 lots crossing the auction block each year, no other company offers quite the variety that Mecum does. From entry-level collector cars that change hands for just a few thousand dollars to multimillion-dollar investment-grade vehicles, Mecum offerings truly run the gamut with something for every style, taste and budget.

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Mecum auctions are family-friendly events open to buyers, sellers and spectators making them easily accessible for everyone to enjoy, and there are many different options for getting in on the auction action. You don’t have to be a dealer to buy a car at a Mecum auction; just <a href="https://www.mecum.com/collector-cars/register-to-bid/">register as a bidder</a> in advance online or on-site at an event and join in the action with the qualification to place bids on whatever catches your eye.

Mecum strives to make the bidding process easy, because purchasing your next collector car should be fun and exciting, which is what the Mecum Experience is all about. Mecum prides itself on offering the best customer service in the industry, and staff members at Mecum headquarters, as well as those on-site at the auctions, are happy to help answer questions and ensure a smooth and enjoyable auction experience from start to finish.

As a one-stop-shop, Mecum offers amenities that range from <a href="https://www.mecumfinancial.com/">financing options</a>, to auto <a href="https://transport.mecum.com/">transport services</a> and even ownership transfer of purchases including title transfer, completion of state-mandated forms and more. Start exploring all that Mecum has to offer by becoming a registered bidder today.

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Pricing and inclusions may vary, per auction.

Standard bidder registration is $200 per auction. Standard is the most basic level of in-person bidding and is the most budget-friendly option for the one-time-a-year auction attendee.

One-Year Standard is $400 and is exactly as it sounds, granting the bidder access to all Mecum Auction events for 12 months and full Standard bidding access in-person at the auction, online or via telephone. This option is typically best for multiple-time-a-year attendees or dealers looking to participate in several auctions annually.

Gold bidder registration is $500 per auction and offers a VIP experience. A grand entrance into the auction couldn't be any more accessible! As mentioned earlier, preregistered bidders can bypass the bidder registration booth and head right into the auction. While inside the auction arena, Gold bidders are encouraged to explore and enjoy the new Gold Lounge. This area is Gold-exclusive and offers a place to relax between placing bids. Order a favorite beer, wine or soda from a private open bar with a dedicated bartender and complimentary snacks and enjoy the premium auction viewing. A $200 Food &amp; Beverage credit is redeemable at in-seat service, food trucks and all other food &amp; beverage locations is included in the Gold Bidder experience. Stop by The Mecum Shop to shop Mecum-branded gear and use your $25 merchandise voucher to score auction-exclusive souvenirs (redeemable at all Mecum Shop locations). After taking advantage of the Gold Lounge &amp; Mecum Shop offerings, settle down in the Gold Bidders' preferred floor seating area and get revved up to bid. To guarantee floor availability, tables are also available for purchase.

Mecum now offers an internet-only registration type. At $100, it is the most cost-effective way to participate in the auction. Internet bidding is the ideal option for a buyer who has their eye on inventory at an auction they cannot attend in person.

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If you are able to attend a Mecum auction in person, you’re in luck, because absolutely nothing beats the live, onsite auction experience. Get up close to touch, feel and inspect your items of interest first-hand while taking in the excitement of the live auction action as seen on MotorTrendTV and Motortrend+. Enjoy the convenience of on-site amenities (auto transport, financing, office personnel to assist with settlement and vehicle registration, and much more) to make your overall Mecum experience as smooth as possible from start to finish, and take advantage of hot deals and personal interactions with Mecum’s on-site sponsors and exhibitors. With a family-friendly atmosphere and countless things to do and see, there’s no limit to the fun to be had at a live Mecum event.

If you can’t make it to the live auction event, you can still place bids while taking full advantage of Mecum’s world-class customer service by bidding via telephone. Enjoy one-on-one bidding assistance and vehicle walk-around services provided by a professional, on-site telephone bidder assistant. Mecum telephone representatives offer exceptional customer support from the live auction event, walking successful bidders step-by-step through inspection, bidding, settlement and beyond.

Bid from anywhere with internet access via Mecum’s proprietary live online internet bidding platform. The system allows you to bid freely on items of interest and be a part of the live auction action with each upcoming lot; or, alternatively, you can opt to place proxy bids simply and easily by entering your maximum bid and letting the system bid on your behalf. A live video stream now shows cars as they’re on the block as well as the auctioneer taking bids, and the system also features new bidding action as well as a new, simplified login via MyMecum. Preview and inspect items and vehicles of interest in advance of the event by browsing online listings complete with bulleted details and available imagery, and follow the pulse of the live auction event while placing bids whenever, from wherever.

Bidding at a Mecum Auction

It’s open to everybody, and it’s easier than you might think