FAQ
GENERAL INFORMATION
Are Wolfe’s Collector & Memorabilia Sales open to the Public for Buying & Selling?
Yes. Anyone can purchase spectator tickets, register to bid, or sell at any Wolfe’s Collector & Memorabilia Auctions. See our registration page for details, auction fees, and more.
What is Wolfe’s Collector Sale & Memorabilia Schedule?
- Thursday: Doors open at 3:00 PM and memorabilia sale starts at 5:00 PM.
- Friday: Collector Car Day! Preview begins at 8 AM. The auction kicks off at 9 AM, featuring both cars and remaining memorabilia after announcements.
- Saturday: Collector Car Day! Doors open at 8 AM, and the auction begins at 9 AM sharp, running until late afternoon/early evening. A Run # Order will be released prior to the sale.
What is the “Wolfe Den”?
- The Wolfe Den is for cars that do not meet the reserve set by seller at the time of sale. We encourage buyers to check with our sales team throughout the day on cars still available for purchase. Lists can be provided in our office. Wolfe’s Auto Auction can offer the vehicle for sale up to 7 days after the event.
- All normal commission fees apply when purchasing a vehicle off the auction block at the Wolfe Den.
- Outside Sales, Curbing or selling cars at Wolfe’s Evansville Auto Auction without crossing the block or not being processed thru the auction is prohibited and will result in termination of access to our facilities & events.
FAQ
REGISTRATION & BIDDING
Where can I purchase Spectator Tickets for Wolfe’s Collector Car & Memorabilia Auctions?
Spectator tickets are available for purchase at the door.
Spectator Badges vs. Bidder Badges—What’s the difference
- Spectators can purchase a $20 weekend pass at the door, granting access to all weekend events, including Thursday night’s dinner provided by Prime Time. Passes are non-refundable.
- Spectators can also participate in the Thursday evening Memorabilia Sale by registering at our office to receive a bidder number. Cash and credit cards are accepted for memorabilia purchases. A 10% buyer/seller premium applies to all memorabilia sales, along with any applicable state sales tax. To be exempt from state taxes, proper paperwork must be on file with our office.
- Public bidder registration is $20 and requires forms that can be completed online or printed (see Registration Page). Qualified requirements must be met and approved by our office before bidding or purchasing vehicles.
- Consignors who register a vehicle and pay the $150 registration fee will receive two weekend passes, including Thursday night’s dinner. The deadline for vehicle consignment registration is the Wednesday before the sale.
Do you have online bidding for items at Memorabilia Auctions & Collector Car Auctions?
Yes, online bidding is available through Edge Pipeline. You must register before the auction to ensure access to online buying. Additional fees apply—see Fees & Commissions for details.
Do you accept Auction Access for dealers to register at Wolfe’s Collector Car & Memorabilia Sales?
Yes, dealers can register quickly using Auction Access with the proper paperwork. While being an Auction Access Dealer is not required, it simplifies the registration process.
Is there a deadline to register to buy or sell at Wolfe’s Collector Car & Memorabilia Sale?
- Yes, all cars must be consigned by Wednesday, April 9.
- Individuals and dealers can register to buy until the start of the auction, but all paperwork must be completed in order to bid.
FAQ
BUYING & SELLING
Are cars inspected by the auction before selling?
No, Wolfe’s Auto Auction simply facilitates the sale of vehicles. Buyers are encouraged to inspect vehicles in person at the auction before bidding, as all vehicles are sold “As-is, Where-is.”
Why are people pushing cars across the auction block for sale?
For the overall safety and to minimize exhaust fumes being released in the auction lanes Wolfe’s Auto Auction staff will push cars across the auction block.
Can owners or their representatives drive the vehicle up to the auction block?
Owners are more than welcome to drive their vehicles up to lanes and have our staff push your vehicle across the auction block. In fact, we want all owners of the vehicles being sold to come to the auction block and find our Sales Manager before the process begins.
Can I set a Reserve Price on my vehicle, or choose not to sell if it doesn’t meet the reserve?
- Yes, reserve prices can be set before the sale. Once a vehicle meets the reserve price, it is considered sold, and commission fees apply.
- Wolfe’s reserves the right to sell your vehicle up to 7 days after the auction event. All sales during this period must go through Wolfe’s Evansville Auto Auction.
FAQ
FEES & PAYMENTS
What are the Buyer/Seller Premiums and fees for Wolfe’s Collector Car & Memorabilia Sale?
Consignment of a vehicle is $150 per unit to register it for the auction block on Saturday. This allows the seller to set a reserve price and incurs no charge if the vehicle does not sell at auction.
Buyers & Sellers will pay 6% Commission on top of the sale price at the time of sale. If the seller elects to advertise and sell the vehicle at NO RESERVE, the car will only be charged a 4% commission to seller.
All vehicles under $10,000.00 sale price will be charged a min. of $600 Commission Fee to the buyer only. Sales tax must be collected on these items as well unless a tax exempt form is completed with our office.
- All memorabilia items bought or sold will be charged a 10% premium on top of the sales price to both buyers and sellers. Sales tax must be collected unless a tax-exempt form is completed with our office.
- There is a $50.00 internet fee charged to both buyer & seller with each transaction sold on the internet. This is for both Friday & Saturday Sales.
What are your accepted payment methods?
- Cash, Cashier’s Check, Business Checks (for dealers), Wire Transfer, and ACH.
- Credit cards are accepted for miscellaneous ticket sales and entry fees with a 3% upcharge.
- NO CREDIT CARDS are allowed for purchasing cars, trucks, SUVs, boats, ATVs, golf carts, or any transportation vehicles.
