Mecum June Motorcycle Auction Achieves More Than $3 Million in Overall Sales

Two prewar cycles tied for the auction’s top sales honors as each sold for $88,000. The first was a 1929 Cleveland Tornado Four Cylinder (Lot S101) from the Jim Lattin Collection that boasted extreme rarity and impressive ownership history. The other top seller was a 1913 Harley-Davidson 9A 5-35 Single (Lot S156) featuring original paint with leather belt drive and a professionally restored engine. Next in line among top sales was a stunning 1912 Indian Big Base 8-Valve (Lot F150) that brought $82,500, followed by a one-of-one 2008 NCR Ducati Mike Hailwood TT (Lot S76) that sold for $77,000.

The Ducati brand played a significant role at the 2018 June motorcycle auction. Not only did two examples of the venerable marque land among the auction’s top sales, but additionally, a one-of-a-kind custom 2017 Ducati Scrambler Icon (Lot S163) designed by celebrity tattoo artist GRIME was offered for sale with all proceeds benefiting the Shriners Hospital for Children. The unique motorcycle was customized as part of the Ducati North America’s Inaugural “Maverick” program, and the warm reception it received at the June event translated to a $42,900 sale for the Shriners organization.

“Once again, high-quality motorcycles saw their status confirmed on the auction block,” Greg Arnold, motorcycle auction manager, commented. “Mecum Auctions consistently brings the strongest lineup to be found anywhere.”

The complete top 10 motorcycle sales at the June 2018 Vintage and Antique Motorcycle Auction include:

For access to complete auction results, sign up for the free InfoNet service offered at Mecum.com. Mecum’s next auction will be this June 8-9 in Denver at the Colorado Convention Center featuring 600 classic and collector cars on offer. Mecum’s next vintage and antique motorcycle offering will take place during The Daytime Auction in Monterey, California, this Aug. 23-25, featuring 50 high-quality motorcycles. The 28th annual Vintage and Antique Motorcycle Auction will return to the South Point Hotel & Casino Jan. 22-26, 2019, with an anticipated 1,750 motorcycles to cross the auction block. For more details on upcoming auctions, to consign a vehicle or to register as a bidder, visit Mecum.com, or call (262) 275-5050 for more information.