The World’s Largest Collector Car Auction® is About to Take the Stage in Kissimmee, Florida, for Its 27th Year

With one of the most impressive lineups ever seen at auction,
Mecum Kissimmee 2026 is one not to be missed

WALWORTH, WI – January 5, 2025 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – This year’s Mecum Kissimmee auction will be one for the history books, with an estimated 4,500 vehicles to be offered live in Kissimmee, Florida, at Osceola Heritage Park from Jan. 6 to 18. Among the 4,500 vehicles set to cross the block are 45 private collections featuring some of the rarest vehicles ever seen at auction. The high-energy action will be live on ESPN+ starting at noon ET on Jan. 9 and 10 and from Jan. 14 to 17. Every second of the auction will be livestreamed on Mecum’s website via the Live Block Cam. Those who attend the auction in person will enjoy access to the Dodge Thrill Ride and the kid-friendly Adventure Zone, as well as front-row seats to the Real Garage Life Stage, where live interviews with notable industry insiders will take place along with a Live Preview show leading up to the final weekend.

1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (Lot S204)

Headlining the Mecum Kissimmee 2026 auction lineup is a vehicle revered by collectors worldwide as the pinnacle of Ferrari desirability: the Ferrari 250 GTO. Chassis 3729GT is uniquely distinguished as the only factory white example among the total 36 built between 1962 and 1964, earning it the name Bianco Speciale. Crossing the block beside Bianco Speciale is a pair of Ford GT40s. The first is one of only two GT40s driven by Carroll Shelby: a 1965 Ford GT40 MkI , and the other is the most original MkII in existence: a striking red 1966 Ford GT40 MkII Factory Lightweight. Bringing the American muscle to the auction block is a 1971 Plymouth Hemi Cuda Convertible, a final-year example and one of only five built with an automatic transmission.

1966 Ford GT40 MkII Factory Lightweight (Lot F188)

The collection lineup for The World’s Largest Collector Car Auction® includes some of the rarest and most complete collections in the world, this year headlined by The Bachman Ferrari Collection. Recognized as one of the world’s premier Ferrari collections, this extraordinary assemblage of 46 Ferraris and two Alfa Romeos features pristine, low-mileage examples, with a number of them being last-production vehicles ranging from iconic early models to today’s most advanced supercars, and all will cross the auction block at no reserve. From The Cliff Ernst Collection is another main attraction assemblage, this one reflecting decades of meticulous curation headlined by the legendary 1969 Yenko Camaro Prototype , along with an exceptional lineup of ultra-rare 1969 Yenko Camaros in every color offered for the model year and a 1969 Chevrolet Yenko Nova—one of the very few known to exist today. With a reputation for presenting rare, high-quality and highly coveted vehicles, The Apex Collection will return to Kissimmee this year to raise the bar once again with an extraordinary lineup of vintage and modern icons, led by the aforementioned GT40 MkII Factory Lightweight. Also set to light up the stage is the collection of famed DJ, rapper and record producer Funkmaster Flex; his curated assemblage consists mostly of vintage ‘60s and ‘70s muscle cars tastefully customized with his own personal touch.

2015 Ferrari LaFerrari (Lot S156)

Beyond the auction stage, the Mecum Midway has a lot to offer this year’s attendees, including the Real Garage Life Stage . The stage will feature live bands as well as live, casual interviews and conversations hosted by Mecum’s Matt Avery and Laurette Nicoll, where people can hear the inside stories behind top consignments and standout builds, along with insights from leading automotive industry insiders and influencers. The stage will also welcome Mecum’s on-air talent team, including Bill Stephens, Danielle Trotta, Rutledge Wood, Scott Hoke and Chris Jacobs, on Wednesday, Jan. 14, from 11 a.m. to noon for an exclusive live, on-site preview spotlighting the action, drama and must-see moments set to define the closing weekend of this year’s auction. Recognized automotive figures Peter Brock and Dave Kindig will be on-site at the auction and available for autograph signings, and exclusive auction tours will be hosted by Mecum’s Matt Avery, where individuals can learn about some of the standout consignments and what it takes to make The World’s Largest Collector Car Auction® happen. The three food court areas will have a wide variety of food trucks and other places to enjoy a meal while enjoying live music, and the Adventure Zone will return with new upgrades, including pedal cars for the kids alongside the fan-favorite power cars, painting competitions and more.

1969 Chevrolet Yenko Camaro Prototype (Lot S109)

For more information on Mecum Kissimmee 2026 and all other scheduled Mecum events, visit Mecum.com or call (262) 275-5050. Mecum’s website is updated daily with the latest consignments and includes detailed descriptions and photographs of the vehicles offered, as well as a detailed auction and event schedule.

(All times Eastern Standard)

Source: Mecum Auctions

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