Mecum's first sale of the year yields strong results.
The Mecum Kissimmee 2025 auction, held from January 7 to 19 at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee, Florida, achieved remarkable results, with total sales reaching approximately $224 million. This figure represents a slight decrease from the previous year's $231 million but maintains the event's reputation as a premier destination for collector car enthusiasts.
Top Sales:
- 1966 Ford GT40 MkI Road Car: Sold for $7.04 million, this vehicle was the first of 31 MkI road cars delivered to a private customer.classic-car-auctions.info
- 2023 Ford GT Mk IV: Achieved a sale price of $1.87 million, with only 3 miles on the odometer.classic-car-auctions.info
- 1967 Chevrolet Corvette L89 Coupe: Fetched $1.705 million, marking one of the highest prices ever for a Corvette at auction.classic-car-auctions.info
Notable Non-Sale:
A highlight of the auction was the 1969 Porsche 917K, famously driven by Steve McQueen in the film "Le Mans." Despite a high bid of $25 million, the car did not meet its reserve price and thus remained unsold.
Additional Highlights:
- 1967 Jaguar E-Type Series I Roadster ("Shaguar"): Featured in the "Austin Powers" films, this uniquely painted Jaguar sold for $880,000. classic-
The auction featured over 4,000 vehicles, with a sell-through rate of 74%, indicating strong demand among collectors. The average sale price was approximately $67,290.
