Ten sellers, ten different stories
Behind every sold car or motorcycle is a seller who made a choice. Some needed space for the next project, others wanted their pride and joy to go to the right person. On this page, ten of them tell what selling through Route 66 Auctions was like for them.
From a 1927 Indian Big Chief in Slovakia to a one-owner Ferrari Testarossa in Spain: different vehicles, different countries, one public auction every Thursday evening.
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In their own words
Every story belongs to a vehicle that was sold through our auctions. At the sellers’ request we only show their initials.
A beautiful new chapter
After years of enjoying my XK140, with its rebuilt engine and new grey leather, it was time for a new owner. That was quite a moment. Through Route 66 Auctions it went to someone who is just as enthusiastic about it as I am, which made saying goodbye a lot easier.
Exciting to the very end
In the last minutes of the auction I was glued to my screen, as new bids kept coming in for my Defender with just 1,400 miles from new. When it was finally sold, it was a great ending. The first thing I did was call my wife in to tell her the good news.
Interest from across the border
I hadn’t expected my Mustang to appeal to enthusiasts in so many different countries. A genuine C-code fastback with the factory 289 V8 turned out to have fans far beyond the Netherlands, and it was great to see that interest grow. Through Route 66 Auctions I found a buyer I would probably never have reached on my own.
In good hands
Auctioning a classic motorcycle was new to me, and a 1927 Big Chief sold as a show bike without registration papers raised quite a few questions beforehand. The Route 66 Auctions team took the time to explain everything. Because of that I knew what to expect and went into the auction with a good feeling.
Room for the next dream
My garage was full, and there was already something new on my wish list. Since 2018 the 360 had been a collector’s car for me, so I decided to offer it through Route 66 Auctions. The sale went through, the new owner is happy and I have room for my next adventure.
From doubt to enthusiasm
At first I wasn’t sure an auction was right for a one-off like the Crow Bagger, the Killer Custom show build with its 30-inch front wheel. But once it was online and the first bids came in, I enjoyed it more and more. I’m very happy with the final sale and glad I took the step.
Sold with a good feeling
This car holds many good memories, and after five careful owners and never a restoration, I wanted it to go to someone who would value that originality. When I saw the buyer’s enthusiasm, I knew it was right. I hope he enjoys it as much as I did.
An experience we shared
We followed the end of the auction together on the sofa, and every new bid on our fully restored Pagoda made it a little more exciting. When it was sold, we raised a glass. That way the sale itself became a lovely memory too.
Good to be able to talk it through
With a car this rare, one of only 20 left-hand drive coupés built in Valentine Beige, I valued being able to talk things through during the sale. Asking a quick question, reviewing progress together and knowing the next step. That personal contact gave me confidence.
I would do it again
Parting with a Testarossa I had owned since it was delivered new in Spain was a big step, and I look back on the whole process with pleasure. What I liked most was the combination of personal contact with the team and the excitement of the auction. If I ever sell another car, I will definitely think of Route 66 Auctions again.
How selling works
Every seller on this page followed the same four steps.
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Step 1
Offer your vehicle
Send us the details of your car or motorcycle. Offering is free.
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Step 2
Online for buyers worldwide
Your listing goes live for more than 150,000 users in 60+ countries.
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Step 3
Thursday evening auction
A public auction led by an auctioneer. Online bids and bids in the room count in the same bidding process.
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Step 4
Safe payment and handover
The payment is held by an independent escrow party until both parties confirm the handover.
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